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France moves to legalise assisted dying

Following France’s adoption of a bill concerning assisted dying, The Local reviews existing legislation across European nations that permit the terminally ill to end their lives.

By 16 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CET Updated 16 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CET

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Following the adoption of a bill in France on Wednesday to allow assisted dying, The Local has published a report examining the current status of such legislation across Europe. The summary provides an overview of which countries already authorise the terminally ill to end their lives, placing the recent French decision within the broader context of European medical and legal practice regarding end-of-life care.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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  • This brief is based on reporting by The Local.
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