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MPs approve hybrid embryos

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The government has survived two challenges to its controversial plans to update the law on embryo research

MPs voted to allow the creation of hybrid embryos.

They also rejected calls for a ban on techniques that let scientists create so-called "Saviour Siblings" - to help treat sick older brothers or sisters.

Susan Watts reports.

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