Tagged: transatlantic slave trade

8h agoUnited KingdomKing Charles III to Address Slavery's Pain with Honesty During Caribbean TourKing Charles III is scheduled to speak with 'unflinching honesty' and 'sincere sorrow' regarding the lasting impact of the transatlantic slave trade during the final part of his Caribbean tour in Antigua, according to the BBC UK. The King will address Commonwealth leaders at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).3 min
10h agoUnited KingdomAndy Burnham Open to UK Apology for Transatlantic Slave Trade, Rejects Financial ReparationsPrime Minister Andy Burnham stated that he is receptive to the United Kingdom issuing a formal apology regarding its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, though he explicitly stated that financial reparations are not something he supports.1 min