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Edinburgh says sorry for city s role in slavery and colonialism

The council has acknowledged the city's part in sustaining slavery and colonialism.

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Edinburgh formally apologises for the role of its forefathers in colonialism and slavery

Lord Provost Robert Aldridge opened a meeting of the City of Edinburgh Council today by apologising on behalf of the city for its past role in sustaining slavery and colonialism.

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Edinburgh plaque wrongly blames politician for delaying the abolition of slavery

Group which claims the plaque, beside one of the city's most prominent statues, is historically inaccurate launches bid to have it removed

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Sir Geoff Palmer from Penicuik to receive Edinburgh Award

Sir Geoff Palmer from Penicuik, Professor Emeritus and Chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, has been selected to receive the Edinburgh Award.

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Edinburgh will issue public apology for slavery after report into city s links with colonialism

Edinburgh council said on Tuesday that it will issue a public apology to all those who have suffered as a result of the city s historic role in the slave trade and colonialism

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