General Article Legalise assisted dying for terminally ill, say 90% of people in UK

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Opinion poll shows growing support in Britain for change to law on right to die.

By Owen Bowcott, Legal Affairs Correspondent

More than 90% of the UK’s population believe assisted dying should be legalised for those suffering from terminal illnesses, according to an opinion poll that shows growing support for change to the law.

A survey carried out by the campaign group My Death, My Decision (MDMD) also found that 88% of respondents considered it acceptable for dementia sufferers to receive h...

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