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Shabana Mahmood
Secretary of State for the Home Department
In office since 5 September 2025 (reappointed 20 July 2026)
Home Secretary since September 2025 and reappointed by Burnham, Shabana Mahmood has made settlement something earned through contribution and character. Her November reforms set a default ten-year route, with shorter paths for high earners, public-service staff and qualifying care workers.
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In Diplomatique™
No. IV · The Kingdom and Its Unsettled Government
Last reviewed 4 Nov 2026