Rajeev Syal
The Guardian's Home Affairs editor providing analysis of the UK government's student visa suspension and the statistics and political context behind the policy.
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Apr 1, 2026 • 26min
The brilliant students the UK doesn’t want
Rajeev Syal, The Guardian's Home Affairs editor, explains the UK’s 18-month student visa suspension and the stats and political context behind it. He unpacks why four countries were targeted. The discussion covers contested government numbers, links to migration policy, legal challenges and what the ban means for students and their countries.
Oct 15, 2025 • 27min
Starmer's successor? – Who is Shabana Mahmood?
Rajeev Syal, home affairs editor at The Guardian, dives into the rise of Shabana Mahmood, the Labour party's emerging star. They discuss her groundbreaking conference speech, reframing immigration through a lens of belonging rather than nationalism. Syal outlines Mahmood’s early political instincts, her toughened stance on citizenship, and challenges ahead with small boat crossings. He considers her potential as a leader, noting her cross-party appeal and likability. With her unique background, Mahmood might just be navigating a path toward future leadership in Labour.
