A second UK parliamentary committee has called for the NHS to terminate its £330m contract with Palantir, citing public mistrust and inadequate privacy protections for sensitive health data. MPs want an alternative to Palantir's federated data platform, echoing concerns from the science and technology committee and NHS staff.
South Korea's parliamentary sports committee will hold a hearing on the Korea Football Association (KFA) on July 22 to investigate management issues following the national team's early exit from the FIFA World Cup. Former coach Hong Myung-bo and resigned KFA head Chung Mong-gyu are among those summoned.
South Korea's parliamentary sports committee will hold a hearing on July 22 concerning the Korea Football Association's management following the national team's early exit from the FIFA World Cup. Issues include head coach appointment and overall KFA operations. Former coach Hong Myung-bo and KFA head Chung Mong-gyu are among those summoned.
Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee wants veto power over political appointments to top diplomatic posts following controversy over Lord Mandelson's US ambassador posting. A report criticized the vetting process as "made up as it went along" and called for formal pre-appointment hearings.
A parliamentary committee has recommended MPs be given veto power over ambassadorial appointments, citing Peter Mandelson's "disastrous" posting to Washington as a prime example. The committee criticized the Foreign Office's handling of his security clearance and record-keeping.
A meeting between Jayant Patil of NCP (SP) and BJP's Vinod Tawde in Mumbai has sparked speculation about NCP (SP) potentially joining the NDA. Both Patil and CM Devendra Fadnavis have denied any political discussions or attempts to engineer a split.
Australia is expected to avoid a recession despite substandard growth, while living standards are set to languish. In UK politics, Nigel Farage resigns as MP but will fight a byelection. The World Cup saw Argentina come from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 with a Messi goal.
A NSW parliamentary committee report accuses top prosecutor Sally Dowling of giving false evidence under oath regarding pitching a story about a child's sentencing hearing to radio station 2GB. The report recommends the attorney general investigate her removal from office.
A special parliamentary committee investigating ballot shortages from the June 3 local elections inspected a Seoul gymnasium storing ballot boxes. Protesters demanding an election rerun blockaded the venue for 27 days, leading to scuffles and one arrest. The committee confirmed materials were present but noted a lack of security.
A special parliamentary committee investigating ballot shortages during South Korea's June 3 local elections inspected a Seoul venue on Thursday, facing protests from election rerun advocates. Police cleared protesters to allow access to the Olympic Park Handball Gymnasium, where ballot boxes are stored.
A South Korean parliamentary committee investigating ballot shortages during June local elections will conduct on-site inspections in Seoul, including the Songpa District Election Commission and Olympic Park, amid ongoing protests and claims of election fraud.
A South Korean parliamentary committee investigating ballot shortages during the June local elections will conduct its first on-site inspection this week at the Songpa District Election Commission and the Olympic Park Handball Gymnasium. The committee plans hearings in July and may file complaints against uncooperative witnesses.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party (DP) unilaterally elected the chiefs of 11 parliamentary standing and special committees, including the judiciary committee, after failing to reach an agreement with the main opposition People Power Party (PPP). The PPP criticized the move, boycotted the plenary session, and vowed non-cooperation.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party vowed Monday to complete the selection of parliamentary committee chiefs by Tuesday, despite a prolonged standoff with the main opposition People Power Party over chair allocations, particularly the key legislation and judiciary committee.
A human rights investigator will testify that the UK government received intelligence in 2024 linking Ethiopia to supporting a genocidal militia in Sudan but withheld public disclosure due to "significant private pressure" from the UAE. The investigator alleges the UK prioritized relations with the UAE over preventing mass atrocities.
A South Korean parliamentary committee began its first inquiry into the National Election Commission (NEC) on Tuesday regarding an unprecedented shortage of ballots during the recent local elections. The committee plans further hearings and an on-site probe.
A UK parliamentary committee is urging Japanese tech firm Fujitsu to make an immediate payment towards the compensation bill for victims of the Post Office IT scandal. The company supplied the faulty Horizon software, leading to wrongful prosecutions of branch operators. Thousands await redress, with calls for Fujitsu to commit to its full liability.
A private organization, Prime Point Foundation, has awarded the Sansad Ratna Awards to 12 Members of Parliament and four parliamentary committees for their outstanding performance and contributions in legislative work.
A parliamentary committee questioned NTA chief Abhishek Singh about the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Singh stated the leak wasn't from NTA's system, with CBI investigating. The re-exam is June 21. Concerns were raised about NTA's process and AI's impact.
Ministers are accused of a cover-up after admitting to withholding information on Peter Mandelson's appointment as Washington ambassador from a parliamentary committee. MPs criticize the delay in publishing documents, fearing it's to avoid pre-election scrutiny.
Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan faces privilege proceedings in Rajya Sabha for alleged derogatory remarks about a parliamentary committee regarding the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh submitted the notice, citing Pradhan's comments as contempt of Parliament.
The UK Intelligence and Security Committee criticizes the government for withholding Peter Mandelson's vetting file despite a parliamentary motion requiring its release, sparking concerns over transparency and security clearance procedures.
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Parliamentary standing committees have criticized central ministries for poor budgeting and consistent failure to spend allocated funds. Major departments, including Defence and Housing, face scrutiny for significant budget surrenders and unrealistic financial projections.
