Details about a proposed law to legalize assisted dying in England and Wales have been published, rekindling debate on the controversial topic ahead of a vote in Parliament later this month

Bill will have its second reading on 29 November. Learn what’s being proposed and how to engage your local MP ahead of the debate.

Assisted suicide is banned in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a maximum prison sentence of 14 years. In Scotland, it is not a specific criminal offence but assisting the death of someone can leave a person open to being charged with murder or other offences.

The proposed assisted dying bill will be debated and voted on by the UK Parliament on 29 November. View on euronews

The Labour lawmaker Kim Leadbeater has described the Assisted Dying Bill as "very robust", saying the legislation offers layers of safeguards to protect vulnerable people, who some critics fear might feel pressured to end their lives if assisted dying becomes legal.