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Scottish bishop tells Crux Now proposed change to Scotland’s abortion law could limit conscientious objection

A Scottish bishop told Crux Now that the proposed change to Scotland's abortion law, which aims to decriminalize all abortions, could limit conscientious objection. Currently, abortions before the 24th week are legal if approved by two medical professionals, and the Catholic Church in Scotland opposes the efforts to lift abortion laws, as Scotland is the only UK country where unlawful abortion is a criminal offense.

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Charles Collins|Crux|

World Suicide Prevention Day falls on eve of assisted suicide vote in UK parliament

World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10, 2026, and the UK Parliament is set to consider a bill legalizing physician-assisted suicide the following day in London. The day aims to raise awareness and prevent suicide, while the assisted suicide bill represents a significant shift in the narrative around suicide in the UK.

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Charles Collins|Crux|