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UK hints at apology for county’s role in slave trade but PM rejects reparations

Times of Israel31 October 2026, 16:30 UTCUnited Kingdom

Burnham says British people can't 'be held liable for historical wrongs,' but will consider formally apologizing, amid anger during King Charles' visit to former colonies

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