Shabana Mahmood accused of mimicking Trump as she announces immigration plans

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 75% complete by Kiran Staceyand Diane TaylorMarch 5, 2026 at 03:50 PM

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Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced new immigration plans that have sparked controversy within the Labour party. The proposals include ending permanent refugee status, removing government support for certain asylum seekers, and a pilot program offering rejected asylum families up to £40,000 to voluntarily leave the UK. Mahmood stated the changes aim to restore border control and combat the appeal of far-right parties. The announcement, made in central London on Thursday, triggered immediate backlash from Labour MPs. Critics argue the plans are unfair, risk alienating core Labour support, and could lead to injustices reminiscent of the Windrush scandal. A letter signed by approximately 100 Labour MPs expresses concerns that the proposals undermine integration and social cohesion.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Walthamstow 30% London 40% Folkestone and Hythe 40% Stella Creasy 50% Windrush 60% Tony Vaughan 60% Reform UK 60% British ×370% Donald Trump 70% Labour Party ×380% Shabana Mahmood ×290%

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Negative

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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British

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