King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology
King Charles III will deliver a speech to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Tuesday as he concludes his nine-day Caribbean tour.
The British government has never formally apologised for slavery despite repeated calls from a number of Commonwealth leaders.
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