MPs vote in favour of lesbian fertilisation and human embryology bill

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pinknews.co.uk     May 13, 2008            

MPs have voted in favour of a major update to human embryology laws despite opposition from religious MPs. The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill was given its second reading by 340 votes to 78, a majority of 262. ... Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly, who was... [read full story]                    

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British MPs set to back hybrid embryo research laws

mathaba.net     May 12, 2008          

Image: Embryos frozen during the process of in vitro fertilisation more... | PDA ... Image: Embryos frozen during the process of in vitro fertilisation by James Randerson, science correspondent (The Guardian) MPs will reject demands for tighter controls on abortion but...                    

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Commons To Debate Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill

sky.com     May 12, 2008          

Controversial legislation to widen the scope of embryo research will today begin what is expected to be a stormy passage through the House of Commons. ... Prime minister Gordon Brown says the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill is needed to enable vital medical...                    

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Debate on controversial embryo Bill

msn.com     May 12, 2008          

Controversial legislation to widen the scope of embryo research is due to begin what is likely to be a stormy passage through the House of Commons.Gordon Brown argues that the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill is needed to enable vital medical research into treatment for conditions such as...                    

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MPs split in embryo research debate

msn.com     May 12, 2008          

Deep splits among MPs over embryo research were exposed as controversial legislation to extend its use were debated in the Commons.Despite assurances from Health Secretary Alan Johnson that it would be subject to a "strict legal and ethical framework", some Labour MPs vowed to fight the measures.                    

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