"UK will Not Apologise for Role in Slave Trade at Commonwealth Summit" - UK Govt

At the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, the United Kingdom has made it clear that it will not issue an apology for its historical role in the transatlantic slave trade.

This decision comes amidst mounting pressure from Caribbean nations and Labour lawmakers who have been urging the UK to confront and address its colonial past.

Despite these calls, Prime Minister Keir Starmer's administration has confirmed that there will be no discussion on reparations during the summit.

Downing Street has reiterated that the government's position remains unchanged, emphasizing a steadfast refusal to engage in dialogue about reparations or to offer an apology. As stated by the Prime Minister's official spokesman, "Reparation's not on the agenda for the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting.

The government's position on this has not changed, we do not pay reparations."