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Labour MP Accuses Microsoft of NHS Contract Rip-Off

11/20/2025

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During a session on November 19, 2025, Labour MP Samantha Niblett accused Microsoft of ripping off the NHS, citing a £700m contract.
MPs urged the government to shift its multibillion-pound technology budget from US firms to British alternatives.
Ian Murray, minister for digital government, acknowledged concerns about reliance on single providers.
Emily Middleton from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology highlighted inefficiencies and urged stronger UK tech capabilities.

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During a session on November 19, 2025, Labour MP Samantha Niblett accused Microsoft of ripping off the NHS, citing a £700m contract.
MPs urged the government to shift its multibillion-pound technology budget from US firms to British alternatives.
Ian Murray, minister for digital government, acknowledged concerns about reliance on single providers.
Emily Middleton from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology highlighted inefficiencies and urged stronger UK tech capabilities.