Labour MPs Demand Clarity on UK Stance for Non-Cash Slavery Reparations
Labour MPs have urged Keir Starmer to provide clarity on the UK's stance regarding non-cash slavery reparations, as the government confirms it will not issue reparations or apologies. In response to Commonwealth discussions, calls intensified for the UK to genuinely engage on reparative justice, though the Prime Minister's office insists it remains non-prioritized.
Labour MPs are pressing Keir Starmer to clarify the UK's position on non-cash reparations for its colonial slave trade legacy as the government explicitly states no reparations or apologies are planned.
Prior to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak indicated a preference for future-focused discussions rather than reparations.
King Charles addressed Britain's historical atrocities, emphasizing learning from the past, while sidestepping direct reparations comments.
Despite Downing Street's insistence that reparations were excluded from the summit agenda, leaked documents suggested that Commonwealth leaders sought sincere discussions on legacy issues.
Labour MP Diane Abbott welcomed nuanced discussions on reparative justice, though UN rapporteur Michael McEachrane and other campaigners criticized misrepresentations of reparations.
Clive Lewis, another Labour MP, condemned the UK’s dismissive approach, urging negotiations with Caribbean leaders on reparations.
Prime Minister's spokesperson maintained a firm stance on non-cash reparations.
Prior to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak indicated a preference for future-focused discussions rather than reparations.
King Charles addressed Britain's historical atrocities, emphasizing learning from the past, while sidestepping direct reparations comments.
Despite Downing Street's insistence that reparations were excluded from the summit agenda, leaked documents suggested that Commonwealth leaders sought sincere discussions on legacy issues.
Labour MP Diane Abbott welcomed nuanced discussions on reparative justice, though UN rapporteur Michael McEachrane and other campaigners criticized misrepresentations of reparations.
Clive Lewis, another Labour MP, condemned the UK’s dismissive approach, urging negotiations with Caribbean leaders on reparations.
Prime Minister's spokesperson maintained a firm stance on non-cash reparations.
