Tanni Grey-Thompson, a disability rights campaigner and member of the House of Lords, has expressed concerns that legalizing assisted dying could lead to families exploiting the law to end the lives of elderly, disabled, or sick relatives through “doctor shopping.” Despite claims of stringent safeguards in the proposed legislation by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, Grey-Thompson and former High Court official Sir James Munby argue that the bill’s loopholes could result in potential abuse. Health secretary Wes Streeting and justice secretary Shabana Mahmood have already indicated their opposition to the bill, which is set for a second reading in the Commons on 29 November.
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US arms groups woo European rivals as they target region’s rising spending
US defense companies are forming closer partnerships with European firms to capitalize on increased military spending in the region, driven by the war in Ukraine and pressure for European self-reliance. While emphasizing long-standing ties and collaborative development, concerns remain about US reliability as an ally and the implications of export regulations under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Need More Context? 🔎
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