28th October Intermediate English Practice (B1/B2) - No Dying Here

Today's episode is about an unusual law that means it is illegal to die in Parliament. Listen here to find out more about it.  If you want to read along with the audio find the article ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please help support the production of this podcast and the written articles by joining me on Patreon. This can be done for as little as £1 per month. Without your support, we won't be able to continue. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details. If you want more information about private lessons at whatever level you need email me at [email protected] Check your understanding What is the unusual law discussed, and where does it apply? Why was this law created in the 18th century? How do lawmakers typically view and discuss this law in the UK Parliament today? What purpose does the law serve even though the original reason for its creation, smallpox, is no longer a concern? What is the misconception related to dying in Parliament, and why is it incorrect?