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The Independent
9 hours ago
- Health
- The Independent
MPs back historic End of Life bill with slim majority
& Kate Devlin The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill has successfully passed its final stage in the House of Commons. The assisted dying bill was approved by a vote of 314 to 291, securing a narrow majority of 23, which marks a significant victory for its sponsor, Kim Leadbeater. This legislation is now set to advance to the House of Lords for further scrutiny, where it is expected to encounter more opposition. Proponents of the Bill, said that it provides terminally ill individuals with a choice in how they die and aims to alleviate prolonged suffering. Opponents voiced concerns regarding the adequacy of safeguards, the potential for private companies to profit from assisted dying services, and the risk to vulnerable individuals. Assisted dying set to be legalised as MPs back Kim Leadbeater's bill in historic vote
The Independent
10-05-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Why is everyone worried about chlorinated chicken?
Chlorinated Chicken refers to Chicken carcasses washed in a chlorine dioxide solution to eliminate harmful bacteria. While large amounts of chlorate (a byproduct) could pose health risks, studies suggest chlorinated Chicken itself is unlikely to cause immediate harm. Critics argue that chlorine washing masks poor hygiene practices in earlier production stages, while proponents maintain it ensures food safety. The practice is banned in the UK and EU due to concerns about potential health risks and lower hygiene standards. Chlorinated Chicken was not included in the recent UK-US trade deal, which aimed to reduce tariffs on certain agricultural products.
