UK lawmakers call on government to ditch Palantir NHS contract
UK lawmakers are urging the government to terminate its contract with Palantir for the NHS Federated Data Platform. The Science Innovation and Technology Committee expressed concerns about vendor lock-in and the dependency on a limited number of suppliers. They recommend exploring alternatives that align with UK values and enhance digital sovereignty.
- ▪The House of Commons committee has called for the UK government to cut ties with Palantir.
- ▪Palantir's role in the NHS has raised concerns about vendor lock-in and dependency on foreign tech companies.
- ▪The committee suggests using a break clause in the contract to seek UK-based alternatives.
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