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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed openness to a formal apology for Britain's role in the transatlantic slave trade, marking a significant shift in the UK's stance. In an opinion piece published in The Guardian, Burnham acknowledged the suffering caused by slavery and expressed regret for its lasting impact. However, he ruled out financial reparations, stating that contemporary Britons should not be held responsible for historical injustices. Instead, Burnham proposed a structured dialogue with affected nations and announced an initiative to restructure the debt of the poorest Commonwealth countries, led by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown. This announcement comes ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in the Caribbean, where discussions on slavery and reparations are expected to be prominent. Caribbean leaders, including Prime Minister Philip J.
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