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Ex-supreme court judge says high court signoff for assisted death unnecessary

Lord Sumption tells MPs requirement in UK bill is not echoed in countries that have legalised assisted dying

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s Medicaid disruption threatens vital resource for millions of Americans

A brief shutdown of the federal health insurance program struck fear into patients – and concern about what’s to come

The Guardian - US

As the UK population grows, the challenges – and opportunities – for the economy are plain

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The UK population is due to soar to 72.5 million by 2032 thanks to net migration, according to the latest figures. Yet if the response to this projection is to dramatically restrict migration, our economy will pay the price

The Independent UK

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Bake Off's Prue Leith gets honest about being in her 80s: 'Old age stinks'

The TV judge did note that one up side is you ‘don't care what people think’

Evening Standard

Solution needed to deal with up to 300,000 sets of unclaimed ashes across UK

The Law Commission has undertaken a consultation on reforming the law around burial and cremation.

Evening Standard

Police call for ‘clarity’ over assisted deaths for 16-years-olds in Scotland

Assistant Chief Constable Steven Johnson raised concerns while giving evidence to MSPs on Holyrood’s Health Committee.

The Independent UK

New information service ‘would reassure medics and patients on assisted dying’

The British Medical Association and Royal College of Nursing were among witnesses giving evidence to MPs.

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Rollout of assisted dying service ‘best not done at speed’ says Chris Whitty

He said he and the UK’s other chief medical officers are neutral on the Bill’s principles.

Evening Standard

People moving to Scotland from rest of UK to boost population growth, data shows

SCOTLAND’S population is expected to grow thanks to the domestic migration, new projections from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) have said…

The National (Scotland)

'Shine a spotlight on strength': Prince Harry makes emotional plea for WellChild nominations

The WellChild awards celebrate the inspiring qualities of the UK’s seriously ill children and young people

Evening Standard

‘Shine a spotlight on stories of strength’: Harry calls for awards nominations

The WellChild awards celebrate the inspiring qualities of the UK’s seriously ill children and young people and those who support and care for them.

The Independent UK

Assisted dying Bill committee to hear from chief medical officer Chris Whitty

He is one of around 50 witnesses due to appear across three days this week.

Evening Standard

Is it school reluctance or refusal? How to tell the difference and help your child

It’s back-to-school season around Australia. While many students will be excited to reunite with friends, or have some nerves about the first day, others may feel an overwhelming sense of dread about school.

The Conversation

Plans for 60-bed Dutch-inspired 'care village’ set for approval

COUNCILLORS will be recommended to approve a planning bid for a 60-bed £19m dementia-friendly "care village" when they meet next week.

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Evening Standard

Patients not getting right care in right place at right time, says Swinney

The First Minister said he was determined to end the ‘vicious circle’ of high waiting times and delayed discharge.

Evening Standard

‘Strengthen assisted dying Bill to protect those who feel they are a burden’

The proposed legislation will undergo detailed scrutiny from next week.

Evening Standard

Swinney to announce additional 150,000 NHS appointments and procedures per year

The First Minister is expected to make the announcement during a meeting with healthcare officials later on Monday.

The Guardian - UK

After my mother died, I dreaded my stepfather moving on. Then I realised love isn’t limited

I couldn’t help but love the woman who brought light back into our lives – and now I feel so lucky to have my big blended family, says writer Iman M’Fah-Traoré

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Everyone asks me about my plans for having children. A nest of noisy miner birds has taught me how to respond

Deciding to be childless does not mean living in a world entirely without children, or without the act of shepherding

The Guardian - UK

Man charged with murder of woman on street in Plymouth

Paul Butler, 53, charged over death of Claire Chick, 48, who was found seriously injured on Wednesday

The National (Scotland)

Trade unions urge Government to learn from National Care Service failures

THE Scottish Government has been urged to learn from its failures over the National Care Service and has been called to prioritise the existing…

The Independent UK

Retirement ‘isn’t really an option’ – says Anne

The Princess Royal carried out her first public engagement in 1969 aged 18 when she opened an educational and training centre in Shropshire.

The Guardian - UK

Women paying up to £11,000 for a hysterectomy amid NHS delays

Claims private sector taking advantage of long waits as cost of procedure rises sharply

Radio France Internationale

French PM under fire for plans to split controversial assisted dying bill

Prime Minister François Bayrou has drawn strong criticism after proposing to split France's long-awaited end-of-life legislation into two separate laws. Opponents warn the move could delay assisted dying reforms.

The Guardian - UK

Child deaths in England rising above pre-pandemic levels, study finds

Number surges after temporary decline during lockdowns, with rate higher for children from non-white backgrounds

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