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UK Ministers Weigh Triggering Break Clause in Palantir NHS Contract

newsApr 1, 2026

Ministers are exploring triggering the break clause in Palantir's NHS contract after a public backlash. Campaign groups such as Foxglove and 38 Degrees and several MPs accuse Palantir of inappropriate access to NHS patient records. They also highlight Palantir's work with US immigration agency ICE and the Israeli military. Ministers now face pressure to end the contract and secure deletion or return of data, a decision that will affect patient privacy and public trust in NHS data sharing.

Key Highlights

Ministers are exploring triggering the break clause in Palantir's NHS contract.
Campaigners demand Palantir be removed over access to NHS patient data.
Critics cite Palantir ties to ICE and the Israeli military as concerns.
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foxglove.org.ukWes Streeting: Trigger the break clause and get Palantir out of the NHS - Foxgloveact.38degrees.org.ukEnd Palantir’s NHS contract NOW38d.gsEnd Palantir’s NHS contract NOW

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