Tom Watson, now a Palantir executive, warns UK ministers against 'mob rule' in procurement
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Tom Watson, a former Labour deputy leader who is now a senior vice-president at Palantir, has warned UK ministers that letting "mob rule" dictate public procurement could land them "in a lot of trouble." His remarks defend the company's government contracts as pressure mounts on Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who is facing demands from Labour MPs and unions to drop Palantir from government work, including a £330m NHS software deal.
Palantir is also contesting London mayor Sadiq Khan's block on a £50m contract to use its AI in Metropolitan Police investigations, and is fighting that decision in court.
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- The Guardian · AIFormer Labour minister Tom Watson defends Palantir contracts, warns against "mob rule"
AITom Watson, now a senior vice-president at Palantir, warned UK ministers against letting "mob rule" dictate public procurement, saying they could get "in a lot of trouble" if they do. The former Labour deputy leader's comments come as Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces pressure to drop Palantir from government contracts, including a £330m NHS software deal.
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