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344. Question Time: Should MPs vote with their conscience or constituents?

The Rest Is Politics

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This chapter explores the tension between MPs' personal beliefs and the expectations of their constituents, using the Assisted Dying Bill as a focal point. It highlights the challenges faced by representatives when their values conflict with public opinion, drawing parallels to historical debates like Brexit and capital punishment.

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