UK Prime Minister apologises for slave trade but rules out direct reparations

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that the UK will not shy away from issuing an official apology for its role in the Atlantic slave trade, describing it as a horrific violation of human rights. However, Burnham ruled out direct financial reparations, citing that the current generation cannot be held accountable for historical injustices, while London explores debt relief options for poor Commonwealth nations.
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