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Part of situation: CARICOM and UK reparations dialogue (3 clusters)

CARICOM responds to United Kingdom apology regarding transatlantic trafficking

CARICOM reparatory justice transatlantic trafficking United Kingdom Andy Burnham

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has issued a response to remarks made by United Kingdom Prime Minister Andy Burnham regarding Britain’s historical role in transatlantic trafficking.

CARICOM Chair and Saint Lucian Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre stated that while the apology is an “essential first step,” an apology without repair remains incomplete. The organization emphasized the necessity of reparatory justice in addressing the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade.

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Andy Burnham · CARICOM · Philip J. Pierre · Saint Lucia · United Kingdom

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