Political Quotes

Shabana Mahmood

The Public Record

Jul 2, 2026

We owe it to them to right these wrongs.

bbc.co.uk
Jul 1, 2026

We have already reduced asylum costs by £1bn, but it is also right that we ask those who can contribute to do so.

thenational.scot
Jul 1, 2026

My goal is simple: to ensure we have an asylum system not just today, but for generations to come.

independent.co.uk
Jun 30, 2026

The cost of asylum accommodation on the British taxpayer is too high. We have already reduced asylum costs by £1billion, but it is also right that we ask those who can contribute to do so.

mirror.co.uk
Jun 30, 2026

Once people can contribute and repay the generosity of the British people, we expect them to do so.

bbc.co.uk
Jun 30, 2026

Asylum support is a right, but it is also a responsibility.

bbc.co.uk
Jun 30, 2026

Receiving asylum support is a right, but it is also a responsibility. Once people can contribute and repay the generosity of the British people, we expect them to do so.

mirror.co.uk
Jun 29, 2026

Today, our appeals tribunal is overwhelmed. As a result, people are gaming the system, lodging vexatious appeals to frustrate their removal.

mirror.co.uk
Jun 29, 2026

Those who have no right to remain in this country, and are abusing the system, will be swiftly removed.

thenational.scot
Jun 29, 2026

Our new appeals body will ensure claims are heard swiftly and fairly. Those with a legitimate claim will get their hearing. Those who have no right to remain in this country, and are abusing the system, will be swiftly removed.

mirror.co.uk
Jun 27, 2026

I will open new legal routes for genuine refugees, while closing loopholes that have been too often abused. My goal is simple: to ensure we have an asylum system not just today but for generations to come.

theguardian.com
Jun 27, 2026

But this system only survives if the public trusts that it is fair, controlled, and not open to abuse.

bbc.co.uk

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