UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband says slavery apology will not cost taxpayers
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband stated in a BBC interview that the UK government considers a formal apology for the slave trade but ruled out financial reparations.
Miliband rejects compensation payments
Ed Miliband told the BBC that paying reparations is not feasible for Britain. He added that London will not shift its position on this matter. The Foreign Secretary described financial compensation as the wrong answer to the issue.
Apology timing linked to summit
Miliband hinted that a formal apology could be issued next year during the G20 leaders' summit in London. This event is scheduled to take place while King Charles III has expressed remorse on the topic.
Past government attitudes cited
The Foreign Secretary criticized previous administrations for sweeping the consequences of slavery under the carpet. He specifically referenced former Prime Minister Tony Blair's remarks from nearly two decades ago regarding the issue.
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- BBC News
- South China Morning Post
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