Support for assisted dying bill rises among new MPs in UK House of Commons vote

In a recent vote on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, support was notably higher among newly elected MPs. Of the 639 MPs eligible to vote, 55% of female MPs and 49% of male MPs backed the bill. Among MPs elected in 2024, 63% supported the bill, compared to only 38% of veteran MPs. Geographically, the highest support came from the South West of England at 78%, while Northern Ireland had the lowest at 9%. Party lines showed varied support. The DUP and Greens voted unanimously against and for the bill, respectively. Labour had 234 in favor and 147 against, while the Conservatives had 23 in favor and 92 against.