A landmark new law on organ donors comes into effect in Wales today. The revolutionary system means adults automatically become donors after their death - unless they have chosen to opt out beforehand. Share Go To Some religious groups have criticised the move, but health officials argue that it will save hundreds of lives. The Welsh Government predicts the new law could increase the number of organ donors by as much as a quarter. Wales' health minister Mark Drakeford said: "The latest figures show 14 people died last year in Wales while waiting for a transplant. "The change to a soft opt-out system...
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