Burnham supports calls for a slavery apology but not reparations.
They publishedBurnham 'open' to calls for slavery apology but not reparations
31 Oct, 03:11ZThe King arrives in Antigua and Barbuda as Andy Burnham signals openness to a slavery apology.
31 Oct, 09:48ZUK PM signals possible apology for role in slave trade
First reportThe Guardian · 30 Oct, 22:00Z
Latest reportThe Independent · 31 Oct, 09:48Z
Span12 hours · 3.0h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
His comments come before a Caribbean Commonwealth summit, as regional nations press Britain for both measures.
Why
The dispute shapes Britain’s ties with Commonwealth countries affected by slavery.
Watch
The Commonwealth summit’s response.
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Summary
- Andy Burnham signals openness to a formal British state apology for slavery.
- Guardian piece ahead of Commonwealth leaders' summit outlines dialogue with affected groups.
- Burnham rejects reparations, proposing debt restructuring for the poorest Commonwealth countries.
- Caribbean leaders welcome talk but demand consideration of reparations as part of dialogue.
- Chogm summit focuses on climate, youth employment, growth and trade among member states.
Summary
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he is open to an apology for Britain's role in the slave trade.
- He rules out financial reparations, calling them not the right answer.
- Burnham seeks a structured, honest dialogue with those affected by slavery.
- Comments ahead of a Commonwealth leaders summit in the Caribbean.
- Caribbean nations push for apology and reparations while Britain maintains position.
Summary
- British PM Andy Burnham says a formal apology is possible, but no financial reparations.
- Burnham advocates a structured dialogue with those affected by the transatlantic slave trade.
- He notes today’s British people did not personally participate in slavery and cannot be liable.
- Caribbean leaders welcomed openness to an apology while Charles III continues his tour.
- The issue follows ongoing reparations discussions with Barbados, Jamaica, and other Caribbean nations.
Summary
- UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says a formal apology is being considered.
- Burnham writes in the Guardian about Britain’s 'complicated history' with slavery.
- He plans a structured dialogue with affected nations and Commonwealth partners.
- Britain would resist paying reparations but push debt relief for developing countries.
- The move accompanies a Commonwealth meeting in Antigua and Barbuda and a trip by King Charles III.