Tom Rutland

Tom Rutland

Labour — East Worthing and Shoreham

Speaking in the House of Commons on 8 June 2026

Debate

Progression of Bills through Parliament

Contribution

I thank my constituency neighbour for giving way. Many of my constituents have been deeply upset by the way a small number of peers blocked the passage of the assisted dying Bill, despite the broad support from the public and from a majority of MPs every time it was voted on. Does she agree that debate on the Bill, about which there are strongly held, principled views on both sides, is very welcome, but that intentionally filibustering to prevent its passage is unworthy of this Parliament?

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