Win for assisted dying in stage one vote - Humanist Society Scotland
We are delighted that a once-in-a-generation bill to legalise assisted dying in Scotland has passed a first-stage vote.| Humanist Society Scotland
The Assisted Dying Bill has been approved by the House of Commons. But to become law, it also needs the approval of the House of Lords. What constitutional role will the Lords play in this process — and would it be undemocratic for the unelected upper chamber to block the Bill? The Terminally Ill Adults […]| Public Law for Everyone
We are delighted that a once-in-a-generation bill to legalise assisted dying in Scotland has passed a first-stage vote.| Humanist Society Scotland
Holyrood health committee has adopted a neutral stance on assisted dying in its newly published report on Liam McArthur's bill.| Humanist Society Scotland
At our next book group we will mark Demystifying Death Week by discussing Evie King's Ashes to Admin, on being a council funeral officer.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our new letter template allows you to share your personal stories with MSPs to encourage them to back assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
In a guest article for our news blog playwright Eimi Quinn writes about tackling assisted dying in a funny and thought-provoking way.| Humanist Society Scotland
We outline our goals and priorities for 2025, including legalising assisted dying, decriminalising abortion, and ending conversion practices.| Humanist Society Scotland
What a year it’s been. With religious authoritarianism on the march around the world, let’s take some time to celebrate the many victories for humanism in 2024. Here a round up of campaigns and news moments from across the year....| Humanist Society Scotland
A bill to introduce assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales has passed a first vote in Westminster.| Humanist Society Scotland
We write to The Herald over inaccurate and scaremongering article on assisted dying which suggests safeguards are weak.| Humanist Society Scotland
We are delighted to welcome actor and campaigner Brian Cox as our new ambassador for Humanist Society Scotland| Humanist Society Scotland
A Private Members’ Bill on assisted dying is set to have its second reading this month. The government has declared itself neutral on the passage of the bill and the policy of assisted dying.…| The Constitution Unit Blog
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In a guest article for our news blog, MSP Rona Mackay makes a passionate case for choice, dignity, and compassion at the end of life.| Humanist Society Scotland
We are sad to report to loss of Kate Buchanan, a Humanist Society Scotland celebrant and passionate campaigner for assisted dying.| Humanist Society Scotland
Our CEO Fraser Sutherland spoke to the Herald for a long read interview touching on assisted dying, abortion rights, LGBT rights and more.| Humanist Society Scotland
Ahead of the Programme for Government 2024-25, Humanist Society Scotland has set out our priorities for the year ahead.| Humanist Society Scotland
We have responded to a Scottish Parliament consultation on assisted dying calling for rational and compassionate end-of-life choice.| Humanist Society Scotland
Make the case for assisted dying at Holyrood. Contact your MSP using our letter template or use our handy consultation response guide.| Humanist Society Scotland
Humanist Society Scotland is delighted that a bill to introduce assisted dying on the Isle of Man has passed its third reading.| Humanist Society Scotland
Use our guide for responding to the assisted dying consultation, and help us push for end of life choice in Scotland.| Humanist Society Scotland
Liam McArthur MSP's assisted dying bill lodged at Holyrood and publish, marking the beginning of its possible passage into law.| Humanist Society Scotland
We look at the key campaigns we're working on in 2024: assisted dying, reproductive rights, religion in schools, climate change, and more.| Humanist Society Scotland
