Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:41pm on 31 Oct 2026,Saturday International
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is open to calls for a formal apology for Britain's role in the transatlantic slave trade. His comments come as King Charles continues his nine-day Caribbean tour. Burnham has offered structured talks with countries affected by slavery but ruled out financial reparations. Barbados and Jamaica welcomed his statement. However, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch opposed an apology, saying Britain had already expressed regret. Caribbean nations have renewed calls for an apology and reparations. King Charles is also expected to address the issue at the Commonwealth meeting in Antigua and Barbuda.
