Department for Health and Social Care
Coverage of Department for Health and Social Care in the Nexus archive.
- UK.gov hikes health AI tender by 400% – and hundreds of millions – after a chat with suppliers
The UK government has increased the maximum value of an NHS AI and robotics framework agreement from £150 million to £750 million following consultation with tech suppliers. The procurement seeks AI solutions across eight categories including radiology, diagnostics, and operational efficiency. The decision has been approved by NHS England, the Cabinet Office, and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
- NHS England confirms: Palantir staff can access patient data
NHS England has confirmed that Palantir staff can access patient data following a change in policy, which may risk loss of public confidence in safeguarding patient data. The Federated Data Platform is designed to improve data sharing across the NHS in England. Palantir provides the technology for the platform under a £330 million contract.