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Swinney raises legal concerns over assisted dying bill

John Swinney has warned that Scotland's proposed assisted dying legislation remains unsafe despite 175 amendments agreed by MSPs. The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill, introduced by Liam McArthur, would allow people with six months or less to live to request a self-administered lethal drug, subject to approval by two doctors. Swinney said the legislation still contains "significant vulnerabilities" and lacks adequate protections for those expected to implement it. Legal concerns have also emerged after the removal of a clause allowing healthcare workers to opt out on conscience grounds, with the issue potentially requiring separate legislation at Westminster. Several medical organisations have since shifted from neutral positions to opposing the bill ahead of a closely contested parliamentary vote.

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