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Lord Mandelson

Asked by Clive LewisLabourDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 16 February 2026UIN 111176

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether (a) she or (b) any members of her Department met or corresponded with Lord Mandelson on Palantir.

Answered by Ian Murray

We utilise a range of international suppliers based on operational requirements, value for money, and compliance with our security and legal obligations, with all suppliers subject to rigorous due diligence.

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