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3 November 2026

King Charles to Give ‘Unflinching’ Speech on UK’s Role in Slave Trade

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King Charles to Give ‘Unflinching’ Speech on UK’s Role in Slave Trade

The British monarch and Prime Minister Andy Burnham are set to speak at the Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Antigua.

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