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UK Government Under Fire for Palantir NHS Contracts

1/31/2026

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Story summary
  • The United Kingdom government faces scrutiny over contracts with Palantir Technologies, a U.S. data firm linked to military operations.
  • Critics, including Green Party leader Zack Polanski, say Palantir's involvement with the National Health Service (NHS) jeopardizes patient trust.
  • Palantir's software is linked to military use, including targeting in conflict zones.
  • As the 2027 renewal approaches, medical groups like the British Medical Association call for transparent due diligence on these contracts.