Concerns Raised Over NHS Contract with AI Company Palantir Amid Reputation Issues

Exclusive: In a 2025 briefing to Wes Streeting, officials expressed concerns that Palantir's association with US ICE operations and other controversial clients could obstruct the rollout of a vital £330m NHS AI data platform. The technology firm, chosen in 2023 to develop an AI-enabled system for integrating NHS health data, faces scrutiny due to its reputation linked to surveillance and military work, sparking debates over the suitability of the contract.