The Government has tabled the motion naming this session's 13 sitting Fridays for Private Member's Bills.
4 September
11 September
16 October
13 November
27 November
4 December
15 January (2027)
29 January
5 February
26 February
5 March
12 March
19 March
'Can the assisted dying bill be brought back? It’s possible – but supporters face four challenges'
New piece by me for @uk.theconversation.com on the assisted dying bill in the new parliamentary session (starts Weds) - including use of the Parliament Acts.
theconversation.com/can-the-assi...
What chance do supporters of assisted dying have of reviving the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill? Their bill lapsed when parliament was prorogued at the end of last month. But could they now use the Parliament Act 1911 to bypass the House of Lords?
rozenberg.substack.com/p/assisted-d...
There are said to be around 200 MPs who are willing to reintroduce it as a private member’s bill.
Meg has been a tremendous force for both public understanding of Parliament and constitutional reform.
I'm sure the Unit will continue to thrive in Alan and Tom's capable hands!
BRIEFING | Assisted dying bill: How could the Parliament Act be used?
With a new session next week, there is much speculation about the assisted dying bill's return and the potential use of the Parliament Act.
Our new briefing looks at the procedures and challenges involved. 🧵
