UK Labour members push to cancel NHS data contract with Palantir
An emergency motion urges the government to invoke a 2027 break clause in its contract with Palantir amid concerns over the firm's human rights record.
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Members of the UK's Labour Party are pushing for the government to cancel a health data contract held with Palantir, the US data analytics firm.
An emergency motion calls on the government to invoke a break clause available in 2027, citing concerns over Palantir's human rights record and the broader use of its technology.
The push reflects unease among some party members about the company's role in handling sensitive health data and its activities in other sectors.
It remains to be seen whether the government will act on the motion or maintain its current arrangement with Palantir.
Sources
- UK Labour members push to cancel Palantir health data contract — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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