Pressure Mounts on Starmer to Discuss Reparations at Commonwealth Summit
Keir Starmer is urged to discuss reparatory justice at the Commonwealth meeting in Samoa, as Labour MPs and Caribbean governments press for talks. The summit involves electing a new Commonwealth secretary general, while the UK faces calls to confront its colonial past. Despite some leaders skipping the event, Samoa tackles logistical challenges to host this pivotal meeting.
Keir Starmer is facing calls from Labour MPs and Caribbean nations to address reparatory justice at the Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Samoa.
The summit will see the election of a new Commonwealth secretary general to replace Patricia Scotland.
All three candidates support reparations for nations affected by slavery and colonialism.
A UN report estimated the UK owes over £18 trillion for its historical role in slavery across 14 countries.
Despite resistance from UK governments, Labour MPs argue Britain should confront its colonial past.
Caricom, representing 15 Caribbean countries, plans to urge Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy to discuss reparations.
As the son of Guyanese immigrants and advocate for the Windrush generation, Lammy is seen as pivotal in these discussions.
The summit comes amid questions about the Commonwealth's relevance, with key leaders opting out in favor of other engagements.
Samoa faces logistical challenges hosting the summit, including cruise ships for accommodation and security support from the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
The summit will see the election of a new Commonwealth secretary general to replace Patricia Scotland.
All three candidates support reparations for nations affected by slavery and colonialism.
A UN report estimated the UK owes over £18 trillion for its historical role in slavery across 14 countries.
Despite resistance from UK governments, Labour MPs argue Britain should confront its colonial past.
Caricom, representing 15 Caribbean countries, plans to urge Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy to discuss reparations.
As the son of Guyanese immigrants and advocate for the Windrush generation, Lammy is seen as pivotal in these discussions.
The summit comes amid questions about the Commonwealth's relevance, with key leaders opting out in favor of other engagements.
Samoa faces logistical challenges hosting the summit, including cruise ships for accommodation and security support from the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
