But to completely close the door on that option seems like a foolish decision.

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The person with the longer life expectancy will inherit either a wise or a foolish decision that will last a lifetime.

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Former boxer and Labour MP Paul Flynn described the decision as "foolish" and said it was not a step forward for female equality.

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