What happened: Labour and Liberal Democrat MPs have urged the government to cancel its £330 million contract with US tech firm Palantir, citing concerns about privacy and ethics. The contract involves Palantir supplying software for the NHS federated data platform.
Why it matters:
- The contract raises questions about the security and privacy of sensitive health data of millions of UK citizens.
- It highlights wider concerns over the involvement of controversial foreign tech companies in public services.
MNN Take: The government faces pressure to reconsider partnerships with companies linked to contentious political activities, especially when handling sensitive public data. Ensuring trust and data protection in the NHS remains a priority.
Sources: Guardian UK