Prince William says slavery was 'abhorrent' and 'should never have happened' after protests in Jamaica
He said: "I strongly agree with my father, the Prince of Wales, who said in Barbados last year that the appalling atrocity of slavery forever stains our history."
"While the pain runs deep, Jamaica continues to forge its future with determination, courage and fortitude. "We are forever grateful for the immense contribution that this generation and their descendants have made to British life, which continues to enrich and improve our society."A demonstration broke out on Tuesday at the British High Commission and on Wednesday, as William and Kate visited a military event near Montego Bay, about a dozen people from the Rastafarian community called for reparations from the royals.
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