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John Swinney has intervened in the debate over the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill as MSPs consider more than 300 amendments. Swinney said parts of the bill, introduced by Liam McArthur, fall outside Holyrood’s legislative powers, particularly provisions relating to medicines and employment rights for medical staff. The Scottish Government remains neutral but warned these issues must be resolved for the legislation to be legally competent. Swinney said approval from Westminster through a Section 30 order, and potentially further legislative adjustments, may be required. During debate, MSPs also backed amendments adding safeguards, including clearer definitions of coercion, mandatory in-person medical assessments and requirements to provide patients with information about palliative care. A final vote on the bill is expected later this month.
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