MPs have voted in favour of a bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales.
The historic vote, by 330 in favour to 275 against, comes after five hours of passionate debate during which MPs shared personal stories, while those against the bill called for better end-of-life care.
The bill passing the first stage in the Commons means it will be followed by months of parliamentary scrutiny and approval before it becomes law.
Meanwhile, campaigners from both sides who had gathered at Westminster are reacting to the vote with tears of happiness and disappointment.
Laws throughout the UK currently prevent people from asking for medical help to die and there are several requirements for a patient to be eligible under the proposals.
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