King Charles III has acknowledged Britain's historic role in the transatlantic slave trade as a 'shameful chapter' that fills him with horror, during his address at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. This comes amidst increasing pressure from Caribbean nations for an apology and reparations. While the monarch stated history cannot be changed, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated a 'debt reset' plan to support Commonwealth countries, seen as a compromise to address these demands.