https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/king-s-role-is-not-policy-making-says-palace-in-slavery-apology-rowContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/king-s-role-is-not-policy-making-says-palace-in-slavery-apology-rowhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/king-s-role-is-not-policy-making-says-palace-in-slavery-apology-row#u177771Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:40:38 +0000Buckingham Palace has stated King Charles holds a unifying role in the Commonwealth rather than a policy-making one, following pressure for a formal apology for slavery. While UK Prime Minister Burnham is open to a formal apology and plans to consult affected countries to shape it, he has explicitly ruled out reparations. The British government has committed to time-bound talks to address the issue, though a specific date remains unconfirmed. The debate is a central focus of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda.Why it mattersThe UK is facing increasing pressure f