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British police are seeking to bring criminal charges against 57 individuals and 20 organizations nearly a decade after the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire that killed 72 people. The Metropolitan Police will submit evidence files to prosecutors by the end of September, with charging decisions expected by June 2027. This action follows a public inquiry that found the deaths were preventable due to combustible cladding, corporate negligence, and regulatory failures. AI

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked a £50 million contract for the Metropolitan Police to use Palantir's AI technology for intelligence analysis, citing a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules. Palantir criticized Khan's decision, accusing him of prioritizing politics over public safety, while the Met warned of potential cuts to officer numbers. The controversy highlights broader concerns about Palantir's use of public funds and its alignment with London's values, despite the company's significant contracts with other UK public services. AI