Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1979$0.01MF
Elected MP for Blackburn
Straw enters Parliament. Small initial wealth.
1997$0.2M+1900%B
Home Secretary
Straw is appointed Home Secretary. Significant increase in power.
2001$0.5M+150%B
Foreign Secretary
Straw becomes Foreign Secretary. A more prominent and influential position.
2006$1M+100%B
Downsizes to Lower Role
Straw leaves his position as Foreign Secretary. His influence is lowered.
2015$2M+100%C
Retires from Parliament
Straw retires from Parliament. Loses his seat but continues to be involved in politics.
2026$3M+50%C
Political Commentator
Straw provides commentary on UK politics. Maintains moderate name recognition.
Last updated: February 23, 2026