Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts

October 9, 2026 · 7:20 am 1 sources

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• Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts
  The Guardian · October 9, 2026 07:20
  Former Labour deputy leader says tech firm would work with a Reform UK government on immigration crackdowns Tom Watson, the former Labour deputy leader who recently joined Palantir, has warned against “mob rule” when it comes to awarding public contracts. Lord Watson, now a senior vice-president…