Peers in the House of Lords have supported calls for additional time to debate the assisted dying bill, amid concerns it could run out of time to complete its parliamentary stages before the current session ends in early May. Supporters argue that the large number of amendments, believed to be a record for a bill proposed by a backbench member, may be a tactic to delay or block the legislation. Opponents maintain that their amendments are necessary to address significant safety concerns and protect vulnerable people, rather than to obstruct the bill. Private negotiations are now underway to determine how much extra time can be allocated, with options including extending Friday debates, though this raises concerns for some Jewish peers due to religious observance. The outcome of these discussions will be crucial as the bill must pass the Lords to become law, and the reputation of the House is said to be at stake if a resolution is not reached.