Judge says some should have right to die as campaigners lose case
Some severely disabled people should be allowed help if they want to commit suicide, according to one of the most senior judges in the UK. Lady Hale, deputy president of
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International study finds 10,000 suicides linked to financial crash
The recent financial crash may have led to a significant increase in the rate of suicides with many thousands of taking their lives, researchers have said. The financial crisis has
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Doctors group back assisted suicide law
A group of doctors is backing proposals to legalise assisted suicide in Scotland. The practising and retired medics will lobby MSPs considering the change put forward by veteran politician Margo
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Experts call for more research into suicidal behaviour
About 60% of people struggling with suicidal thoughts do not receive any help, according to research. In a new study, experts from Glasgow University and Harvard University in the US
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Mental health watchdog finds benefit cut ‘major factor’ in suicide
A decision to cut a woman’s benefits was a “major factor” in her suicide, according to a mental health watchdog. The woman, referred to as Ms DE, had a 20-year
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