The description in the paper reads, “The first Muslim privy counsellor attends Cabinet regularly and is increasingly making an impact.” Responding to his nomination, Khan told The Muslim News, that it was “an honour to be on this list.

British Muslims are part and parcel of British life. The fact that we now rank as some of the most influential Londoners is a testament to the progress that has been made.”

Khan is the son of bus driver grew up in a council flat and went on to studying Law at the University of North London. He trained as a Human rights solicitor and went on to set up the Christian Khan Law firm.

His accomplishments as a lawyer include chairing Liberty and Vice Chair of Legal Action Group. In 2005 he was voted in as an MP of Tooting. He was further promoted in 2009 becoming the first Muslim minister and to attend the cabinet.

He was also the first MP in history to announce his selection as Minister of Transport on Twitter.

Khan said, “If any doubt remained as to whether Islam and Britishness are compatible, this recognition of the integral role we play in shaping our country’s future should banish it for good.” Sadiq Khan is not the only Muslim listed on the influential politicians list.

Further down the list Shadow Minister for Community Cohesion, Baroness Sayeeda Warsi, is listed as the 29th most influential politician.

Courtesy: The Muslim News