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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 February 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Thursday, 26 February 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence: Palantir

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what discussions he had with Peter Mandelson, whilst he was the UK Ambassador to the United States, on Palantir, prior to the awarding of the contract with the Ministry of Defence.

Answer

I refer the hon. Member to the Government's response to the Urgent Question tabled on 12 February, and the Written Ministerial Statement in the name of the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister that same day, which set out an update on the Government's process. We will set out further details in due course. The Government wishes to ensure that Parliament’s instruction is met with the urgency and transparency that it deserves.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
112328
Session
2024-26
Related items
Subjects
Contracts Diplomatic service Ministry of Defence Mandelson, Lord USA Palantir
Link
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