Tag: Reparations
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Lenny Henry Urges Slavery Reparations for Black Brits
Sir Lenny Henry Urges Slavery Reparations for Black Brits Comedian and actor Sir Lenny Henry has joined a growing chorus calling for slavery reparations for Black British people. In his new book, The Big Payback, Henry advocates for the United Kingdom government to provide compensatory payments totaling £18 trillion, arguing that the effects of slavery…
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Lenny Henry Blames Slavery for Inequality and Calls for UK Reparations to Black Britons
Background: A Bold Stance on Reparations Sir Lenny Henry, a celebrated comedian and actor, has put forward a controversial and ambitious proposal in his new book, The Big Payback. He argues that the United Kingdom should pay reparations to Black British people for the enduring impacts of slavery. The proposal, which envisions a £18 trillion…
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Sir Lenny Henry’s Pledge: Slavery Reparations for Black Brits
Overview: A High-Profile Push for Reparations Sir Lenny Henry has elevated the debate over reparations by calling for compensation for Black British people tied to the transatlantic slave trade. In his new book, The Big Payback, the comedian argues that the UK government should consider paying £18 trillion in compensatory payments. The assertion adds momentum…
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Lula Criticizes Vale’s Handling of Mariana Disaster Reparations
Introduction On September 26, 2025, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva made strong remarks regarding the Vale mining company’s response to the catastrophic dam failure in Mariana, Minas Gerais, which occurred in November 2015. During a ceremony marking the inauguration of the Federal Council for Social Participation of the Rio Doce Basin and Capixaba…
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Lula Critiques Vale’s Approach to Mariana Disaster Victims
Lula’s Strong Stance on Vale’s Actions On September 26, 2025, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva made a significant statement regarding the actions of Vale S.A. following the catastrophic collapse of the Mariana dam in Minas Gerais in November 2015. During the inauguration of the Federal Council of Social Participation for the Doce River Basin…