King Charles' Obstacle to Slavery Apology May Soon Be Removed
Summary
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is open to considering a formal apology for the British state’s role in slavery, but rejected financial reparations. King Charles III is expected to address the issue at the Commonwealth summit in Antigua and Barbuda, though he is not expected to apologize and the U.K.’s policy has not changed.Key Facts
- Burnham shared his position in an opinion article published by The Guardian.
- Burnham said the U.K. should listen to calls for a formal apology related to the trans-Atlantic slave trade.
- He said he does not believe British people today should be held liable for historical wrongs through reparations.
- Charles is due to speak at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda.
- The summit brings together leaders from 56 Commonwealth countries.
- Charles is Britain’s ceremonial head of state and does not set government policy.
- The article says the king will speak as head of the Commonwealth, rather than as a representative of Britain.
- Charles is not currently expected to apologize in his summit speech.
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