Historic Slavery Reparations 2025-02-25
2025-02-25
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The African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government had its 38th ordinary session focusing on 'Justice for Africans and people of African descent through reparations'. Caribbean Heads of State were also present, highlighting the ongoing discussions within CARICOM on reparative justice.
Last week saw the 38th ordinary session of the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government, with a focus on 'Justice for Africans and people of African descent through reparations'. Caribbean Heads of State were also present. Does the Minister accept that the world and its power structures are changing? In our turbulent post-Brexit reality, we need allies and friends, but we will not even say that we are sorry. We would be foolish to think that we are not deeply resented for that. Is it not better for the UK to engage in these discussions and ensure that we play a constructive role in addressing the enduring legacies of slavery and colonialism?
We recognise that this is an issue of enduring concern to many. We listen to views from our Caribbean partners on the full range of bilateral issues, but our policy on reparations is clear: we do not pay them. We are determined to work together for the future.
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The specific request about engaging in reparations discussions was avoided.
We Listen To Views
Determined To Work Together
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CARICOM has been actively engaged in discussions on reparative justice, including a 10-point plan for reparatory justice.
To what extent do the Government support CARICOM’s 10-point plan for reparatory justice?
As I just stated, our policy on reparations is clear: we do not pay them.
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The specific request about supporting CARICOM’s 10-point plan was avoided.
Our Policy On Reparations
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