Tory Peer Ed Vaizey Faces Criticism for Joining Controversial Reparations Group
- The APPG on Afrikan Reparations hosted a controversial conference linked to calls for violence.
- Critics have labeled Ed Vaizey's membership in the APPG as unhelpful and extremist.
- This situation reflects broader discussions about reparations and Britain's past with slavery.
Lord Ed Vaizey has faced calls to resign from the APPG on Afrikan Reparations after it hosted a conference featuring controversial figures linked to anti-white and pro-violence rhetoric. The event included speeches by Labour MPs and members associated with the South African EFF party, which has a history of inflammatory remarks. Although his involvement was reportedly based on an interest in cultural restitution, critics labeled his membership as unhelpful. The conference highlighted differing views on reparations and aimed to address Britain's historical ties to slavery and racial injustice, drawing significant backlash from various political factions. Protests also emerged in London advocating for reparations, emphasizing the growing national conversation on this issue.