UK officials stress Commonwealth relevance and keep reparations stance amid energy crackdown
The foreign secretary told The Guardian that the United Kingdom will not change its position on reparations.
The foreign secretary told The Guardian that the United Kingdom will not change its position on reparations. At the same time, Pippa Neill reported that energy bosses in the UK will see their bonuses reduced if suppliers and brokers breach rules in a new mis‑selling crackdown.
Andy Burnham said the Commonwealth is “more important today than ever before” amid “such volatile times”. He made the comment during a meeting with Antigua and Barbuda’s prime minister, Gaston Browne, who is hosting the Commonwealth heads of government meeting (CHOGM). The UK prime minister thanked Browne for the warm welcome from Antigua and Barbuda and for hosting Commonwealth leaders at an important moment, adding that the Commonwealth’s significance is clear in volatile times.
Why it matters
The statements underline Britain’s commitment to its historical responsibilities and to strengthening ties within the Commonwealth, while the energy sector measures aim to curb misconduct.
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- UK, Blair, Andy Burnham, Commonwealth
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- Politics
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