# UK minister suggests using visa threats to deport Rochdale gang leader to Pakistan

A UK minister has indicated that Shabana Mahmood will leverage visa threats to deport the leader of the Rochdale grooming gang to Pakistan. This approach marks a notable use of immigration powers in pursuing justice. It highlights ongoing debates about deportation and child sexual exploitation cases.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/jul/13/shabana-mahmood-migration-rochdale-grooming-gang-pakistan-visas-immigration-andy-burnham-labour) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:47:48 GMT
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyxnvjy706o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:38:06 GMT