Coffee House Shots Assisted dying bill passes second reading – what next?
Nov 29, 2024
Katy Balls, a political journalist for The Spectator, and Michael Gove, an experienced politician and former cabinet minister, dive into the heated discussions around the recently passed assisted dying bill. They analyze the implications of its second reading in the House of Commons and the political divisions it has sparked within Labour and Conservative parties. The duo sheds light on potential challenges ahead as the bill moves into committee stage, examining the likelihood of unifying support within the Labour front bench amidst vocal opposition.
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Assisted Dying Bill Passes Second Reading
- The assisted dying bill passed its second reading in the House of Commons with a 55-vote majority.
- The bill is now proceeding to the committee stage for further scrutiny.
Party Divisions on Assisted Dying
- While the Tories largely oppose the bill, Labour remains divided on the issue.
- Several senior Labour MPs have reservations, causing a mixed reaction in Parliament.
Vote Reveals Intra-Party Differences
- Michael Gove observes that the vote highlights differences within both parties.
- It distinguishes between socialists and progressives in Labour and between Conservatives and social liberals/libertarians in the Tory party.