Burnham 'open' to calls for formal apology from UK over slavery
Andy Burnham is due to attend the Commonwealth heads of government meeting (Chogm) in the Caribbean next week
TL;DR
- The UK Prime Minister is open to a formal apology for Britain's role in the slave trade.
- Financial reparations for the slave trade have been ruled out.
- A 'structured dialogue' with those affected by the slave trade will be offered.
- The UK plans initiatives for debt-servicing relief and support for renewable energy.
- Focus will also be on championing smaller nations and supporting education for women and girls.