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Row deepens over slavery reparations

Inhumane: This drawing of how slaves were squeezed on board the slave ship 'Brooks' was commissioned by abolitionists who wanted to raise awareness of the horrors of the slave trade.

Should Britain pay up? Commonwealth leaders argue the UK owes them back what it took in resources and labour from African slaves. In Britain, it has struck a very tender nerve.