Shabana Mahmood

Shabana Mahmood is a British politician and barrister who has been serving as Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice since 2024. A member of the Labour Party, she has been Member of Parliament (MP) for Birmingham Ladywood since 2010. She previously held various shadow junior ministerial and shadow cabinet positions under leaders Ed Miliband, Harriet Harman, and Keir Starmer between 2010 and 2024.
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Some of the key events about Shabana Mahmood

  • 2004
    Graduated with a law degree from Lincoln College, Oxford
  • 2008
    Qualified as a solicitor
  • 2010
    Elected as Member of Parliament for Birmingham Ladywood
  • 2010
    Appointed Shadow Minister for Home Affairs
  • 2011
    Became the first Muslim woman to speak from the Opposition dispatch box in the House of Commons
  • 2013
    Appointed Shadow Financial Secretary to the Treasury
  • 2015
    Re-elected as MP for Birmingham Ladywood with an increased majority
  • 2016
    Appointed to the Public Accounts Committee
  • 2020
    Re-elected as MP for Birmingham Ladywood for a fourth consecutive term
  • 2022
    Appointed Shadow Secretary of State for Justice

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Early-Released Prisoners Swiftly Recalled Amid Overcrowding Crisis

Early-Released Prisoners Swiftly Recalled Amid Overcrowding Crisis

Some prisoners freed early in England and Wales have been recalled within days. The government's scheme to address overcrowding faces challenges as released inmates struggle with accommodation and rehabilitation.

Society, Politics • September 13 2024, 12:46 PM  •  420 views
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Varied Costs of Lord Chancellor's Attire Spark Curiosity Among Former Officials

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Society, Politics • September 6 2024, 06:07 PM  •  257 views
Lucy Letby's New Legal Team Challenges Murder Convictions

Lucy Letby's New Legal Team Challenges Murder Convictions

Former nurse Lucy Letby appoints new barrister to appeal her murder convictions, focusing on evidence reliability. Experts question statistical data as inquiry into hospital looms, sparking debate on scientific evidence in legal cases.

Society, Science • September 5 2024, 08:15 PM  •  868 views
UK Explores Estonian Prison Lease to Tackle Overcrowding Crisis

UK Explores Estonian Prison Lease to Tackle Overcrowding Crisis

UK considers leasing Estonian prison space to address severe overcrowding. The controversial plan could provide a €30 million boost to Estonia's economy while offering a temporary solution to Britain's jail capacity issues.

Society, Politics • September 5 2024, 07:01 PM  •  394 views
Experts Urge Delay in Baby Deaths Inquiry, Citing Evidence Concerns

Experts Urge Delay in Baby Deaths Inquiry, Citing Evidence Concerns

Scientists and medics call for postponement of the Thirlwall Inquiry into baby deaths at Chester hospital. They request broader investigation of potential causes beyond Lucy Letby's actions.

Society, Science • August 27 2024, 07:28 PM  •  0 views
UK Male Prisons Face Critical Space Shortage, Emergency Measures Activated

UK Male Prisons Face Critical Space Shortage, Emergency Measures Activated

UK male prisons reach capacity with only 100 spare places. Government activates emergency measures, considers early release scheme to address overcrowding crisis.

Society, Politics • August 27 2024, 12:08 PM  •  14 views
Church Bishop Urges Alternative Sentences for Online Hate Speech Offenders

Church Bishop Urges Alternative Sentences for Online Hate Speech Offenders

The Bishop of Gloucester advocates for community sentences over jail time for social media users who incited racial hatred during recent riots, sparking debate on prison effectiveness and overcrowding.

Society, Politics • August 25 2024, 07:10 PM  •  17 views
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UK Police Brace for Potential Emergency Measures Amid Prison Crisis

UK Police Brace for Potential Emergency Measures Amid Prison Crisis

Law enforcement officials express concern over possible activation of Operation Brinker to address prison overcrowding. The measure could impact arrest procedures and strain the criminal justice system.

Society, Politics • August 20 2024, 06:50 PM  •  0 views