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Leaked SNP abortion motion 'deeply troubling'

The Catholic Church in Scotland expressed profound moral and ethical concerns regarding a leaked SNP motion proposing the removal of legal sanctions for women who conduct their own abortions. Anthony Horan, Director of the Scottish Catholic Parliamentary Office, described the motion as deeply troubling and warned that the proposals could allow abortion up to the point of birth and sex-selective abortion.

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MPs vote against assisted suicide in 'victory for hope, compassion and life'

The House of Commons voted against the legalisation of medically assisted suicide with 286 votes against and 270 in favour, rejecting a bill put forward by Labour MP Lauren Edwards. The decision was welcomed by groups such as Right To Life UK and Care Not Killing, who called for increased investment in palliative care across the UK.

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Met accused of ‘ineffective’ policing at March for Life UK

The Metropolitan Police faced criticism for their handling of the March For Life UK event in London, with pro-life participants alleging inadequate control over pro-abortion counter-protesters who disrupted a Catholic Mass and engaged in assault and threats. Despite these complaints, including a formal one from attendee Jon Proctor, the police stated they intervened as needed and made only one arrest during the event, concluding that serious disruption thresholds were not met.

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MPs urged to reject ‘deadly’ assisted suicide bill

The Care Not Killing coalition and Christian policy-group CARE are urging MPs to reject a new assisted suicide bill proposed by Lauren Edwards MP, warning of catastrophic harm to vulnerable groups and the hospice movement if it passes. A recent survey by CNK indicates that 63% of MPs oppose the bill, and as the vote approaches, Christians across the UK are being encouraged to pray and engage with their MPs on this conscience issue.

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Christian, pro-life groups rally against assisted suicide

Christian and pro-life groups are urging MPs to vote against a private member's assisted suicide bill introduced by Labour MP Lauren Edwards, which is similar to a previously failed bill by Kim Leadbeater. Critics, including the Christian Institute and Care Not Killing, argue the bill lacks adequate safeguards and devalues vulnerable individuals, while supporters consider using the Parliament Act to bypass the House of Lords if necessary.

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