The Winston Marshall Show Lord Nigel Biggar - ‘Britain Invaded Countries to Stop Slavery!’ - The Inconvenient TRUTH About Slavery
Jan 6, 2026
Join Lord Nigel Biggar, a moral philosopher and theologian, as he delves into the complexities of slavery and reparations. He argues that slavery was a universal practice, highlighting Britain's historic role in abolition and global suppression efforts. Biggar critiques the moral framing of reparations, suggests that modern Britons shouldn't bear guilt for historical acts, and emphasizes teaching a comprehensive history to promote unity. His insights challenge prevalent narratives and urge a focus on practical aid over contested reparations.
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Slavery Was Historically Universal
- Nigel Biggar stresses slavery was a near-universal historical practice across continents and cultures.
- He argues British involvement must be seen in that wider global context to avoid distorted blame.
Reconsider Costless Virtue Signalling
- Biggar warns that modern reparations demands exploit political opportunity and elite virtue-signalling.
- He advises elites to reconsider costless guilt when faced with concrete financial claims like CARICOM's demands.
Who Was Responsible Matters
- Biggar distinguishes private merchant involvement from state responsibility in historic British slavery.
- He notes most working-class Britons had no role, complicating blanket claims against modern taxpayers.
