Last mentioned: Mar 17, 2026
Final Stage 1 Vote
MSPs vote down the bill at Holyrood, effectively ending its legislative progress for the current session.
Government Concerns
Scottish Government raises concerns regarding the bill's interaction with UK-wide criminal law.
Evidence Gathering
Health and Social Care Committee begins hearing from medical, legal, and ethical experts.
Bill Introduction
Liam McArthur MSP introduces the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill.
Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) have voted down a controversial bill that sought to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill adults. The decision marks a significant turning point in the long-standing debate over end-of-life care and patient autonomy in Scotland.