Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey made clear his 'sceptical' stance on legalising assisted dying in a deeply personal interview with Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates.
Despite their big success at the general election - winning more seats than at any time in their history - the Liberal Democrats are still seeking a clearly defined role in a parliament where Labour's majority dwarfs all else. Some think they have found an answer - to lead the debate on liberalising assisted dying legislation. This issue, they believe, is squarely in the Lib Dem tradition that saw them back abortion liberalisation and equal marriage.
'It should be a vote where all sides are properly considered', he repeated, in a further apparent rebuke to those pushing for an early vote on the issue.' Read more:Sir Keir Starmer promises 'pragmatism' on small boatsMP told she was four days from death While insisting it would be a free vote for Lib Dem MPs, Sir Ed did not hold back setting out his two big reasons for his caution for change.
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