Who is Shabana Mahmood? The New Home Secretary of England

Shabana Mahmood, a rising figure in English politics, was born on September 17, 1980, in Birmingham. A member of the Labour Party, Mahmood studied law and worked as a lawyer. Mahmood's political career began in 2010 when she started representing the Birmingham Ladywood constituency in the House of Commons. Since then, she has been notable for her roles in justice and home affairs. Mahmood's family is of Pakistani origin and migrated to England, settling in Birmingham. As a result, Mahmood is described as a British-born Pakistani-origin politician. Mahmood is known for her tough stance on immigration, security, and law policies. Within the Labour Party, she has held various shadow cabinet positions and has become increasingly visible in party management. Shabana Mahmood entered the cabinet as Justice Secretary and Lord Chancellor in 2024 and was appointed Home Secretary in 2025.