A Bill to make provision for equitable access to palliative care services; for advancing education, training and research in palliative care; and for connected purposes.
House of Lords
2 May 2017
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This bill aims to ensure fair access to palliative care for everyone, no matter where they live or what circumstances they face. It also promotes education, training and research in palliative care, and includes related provisions to support better coordination of services across health, education, transport and technology sectors.
The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Lords. It originated in the Lords, with the first reading having taken place on 9 June 2016; it will be considered further by Lords as it progresses.
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9 Jun 2016
First reading took place on 9 June. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.
Second reading - the general debate on all aspects of the Bill - is yet to be scheduled.
The 2016-2017 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
