Shabana Mahmood’s retrospective action on immigration could undermine trust in government

Shabana Mahmood’s retrospective action on immigration could undermine trust in government

Shabana Mahmood’s retrospective action on immigration could undermine trust in government sam.macrory Thu, 21/05/2026 - 16:44 The home secretary’s immigration reforms could put her on collision course with the courts 5 Comment Shaina Sangha Institute for Government Yes Shabana Mahmood's plans could heighten legal risk for government. Policy making Immigration Judicial review Parliamentary scrutiny Labour Home secretary Starmer government Home …