UK PM 'open' to slavery apology but not reparations
⟶ Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated on Saturday that he is open to the UK issuing a formal apology for its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. He ruled out financial reparations.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Saturday he was “open” to the UK issuing a formal apology for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, but ruled out financial reparations. The Labour leader made the remarks days before attending a Commonwealth leaders summ…
Background
The remarks were made by the Labour leader days before he was scheduled to attend a Commonwealth leaders summit.
Why it matters
The Prime Minister's stance addresses the historical role of the UK in the transatlantic slave trade. While open to an apology, he has rejected the idea of financial reparations.