Antigua and Barbuda PM urges Burnham to consider reparations

Politics · First reported 1 Nov, 22:14 · Updated 22:22

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Gaston Browne called for reparations for the UK’s role in the transatlantic slave trade, while Andy Burnham has offered structured talks but ruled out financial compensation. The issue is expected to feature at a Commonwealth summit in Antigua.

Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne urged Andy Burnham to go beyond talks and offer reparations, warning that a lack of compensation could lead to future atrocities.
Burnham has offered structured dialogue with people affected by the slave trade and expressed sorrow and regret, but has ruled out financial reparations.
Browne also said he would like Antigua and Barbuda to become a republic, while acknowledging that the decision belongs to its people under constitutional provisions.

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Key facts

Antigua and Barbuda prime minister: Gaston Browne
Burnham’s position: Offers structured dialogue and has ruled out financial reparations
Summit: Commonwealth summit hosted by Antigua, expected to discuss slavery
Browne’s view on Antigua’s status: He said he would like Antigua and Barbuda to become a republic