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Tony Blair gives Shabana Mahmood stamp of approval amid Labour leadership speculation

Tony Blair praised Shabana Mahmood's radical immigration reforms and political philosophy during a Christmas event hosted by his institute, boosting her profile amid Labour leadership speculation.

Summary by The Independent
The former prime minister praised the home secretary’s ‘radical’ style and ‘political philosophy’ behind her immigration crackdown, comparing it to his own approach in power

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The Independent (US)The Independent (US)
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Blair fuels Labour leadership speculation with praise of ‘impressive’ Mahmood

·United States
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New StatesmanNew Statesman
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Why Tony Blair is watching Shabana Mahmood

The former prime minister is “impressed” by the Home Secretary’s philosophy.

·London, United Kingdom
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The IndependentThe Independent
Lean Left

Tony Blair gives Shabana Mahmood stamp of approval amid Labour leadership speculation

The former prime minister praised the home secretary’s ‘radical’ style and ‘political philosophy’ behind her immigration crackdown, comparing it to his own approach in power

·London, United Kingdom
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
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