Palantir
Lambeth Council has rejected a contract for Palantir software in the NHS, raising concerns about data privacy and the company's military links.
Lambeth Council rejected a contract with US tech firm Palantir for NHS use on October 14, 2026, citing concerns over patient data privacy and the company's links to military and intelligence sectors. The decision followed a unanimous vote on a motion expressing reservations about Palantir's involvement in military operations and its partnership with Israel's Ministry of Defence.
Meanwhile, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is using Palantir software within the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) to enhance operational efficiency and patient care, as heard by the Healthier Communities Select Committee in September 2026. However, Islington's Health committee voiced significant concerns in March 2026 regarding Palantir's ethics, accountability, and patient data protection within NHS data systems.
Palantir, a software company specialising in data analysis, developed the FDP under a national contract to integrate health data. The Healthier Communities Select Committee heard that the FDP has improved operational visibility and theatre utilisation. No upcoming council meetings are currently listed with Palantir on the agenda.
Key facts
- Lambeth Council rejected a contract with Palantir for NHS use on October 14, 2026. Source
- The Lambeth Council decision followed a unanimous vote on a motion brought by the Green Group. Source
- Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust uses Palantir software via the NHS Federated Data Platform. Source
- Islington's Health committee voiced concerns about Palantir's NHS data plans in March 2026. Source
- The NHS Federated Data Platform, incorporating Palantir software, integrates health data. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 15 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.