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Secret Meeting Raises Concerns Over Palantir's NHS Influence

9/10/2025

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Boris Johnson held a secret meeting with Peter Thiel, co-founder of Palantir, on August 28, 2019, shortly after becoming Prime Minister.
This meeting was not recorded in the government’s public log, raising transparency concerns.
Palantir has significantly impacted the UK health system, especially during the pandemic, receiving contracts totaling around £60 million and a £330 million IT contract in 2023.
Privacy advocates worry about Palantir's role, despite NHS assurances on data ownership.
Thiel faces criticism for his connections to the IDF and controversial U.S. policies.

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Story summary

Boris Johnson held a secret meeting with Peter Thiel, co-founder of Palantir, on August 28, 2019, shortly after becoming Prime Minister.
This meeting was not recorded in the government’s public log, raising transparency concerns.
Palantir has significantly impacted the UK health system, especially during the pandemic, receiving contracts totaling around £60 million and a £330 million IT contract in 2023.
Privacy advocates worry about Palantir's role, despite NHS assurances on data ownership.
Thiel faces criticism for his connections to the IDF and controversial U.S. policies.