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Euthanasia doctor campaigns in the UK

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A controversial Australian doctor, who campaigns for euthanasia to be legalised, has hosted a workshop in Bournemouth.

Dr Philip Nitschke showed videos and talked about equipment and drugs needed to end a life.

Opponents say vulnerable people may be influenced by him "inappropriately".

Jon Kay reports.

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