The United Kingdom should issue an official apology for its role in slavery, but refuses to consider paying reparations

The UK government is set to issue formal apologies for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, which lasted from 1563 to 1807. During the Commonwealth summit in Antigua and Barbuda, Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the start of discussions with affected countries to formulate these apologies. The UK Foreign Office will lead these talks, with a potential statement expected at the G20 summit in Manchester in November 2027. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband emphasized the government's openness to apologies but maintained that reparations are not feasible. He highlighted the importance of listening to communities affected by the legacy of slavery.