Palantir Technologies appointed Tom Watson, former deputy leader of the UK's Labour Party, as its new UK senior vice president. Watson served as a Member of Parliament until 2019. He entered the House of Lords in 2022. He advised the data analytics company part-time since 2024.
Palantir faces pressure over its significant public sector work in Britain. This includes a £330 million contract with the National Health Service (NHS). Watson's role will focus on navigating the political landscape. He will demonstrate the value of Palantir's work for British public services and employment. The appointment aims to bolster Palantir's position and secure future government contracts.