A closer look at “Palantir Lobbyist Martha Dalton Played Key Role in Andy Burnham’s Path to PM”, exactly as the source publishes it. Martha Dalton, a recent lobbyist for the controversial US tech giant Palantir, was a senior figure in Andy Burnham’s successful Makerfield byelection campaign, which secured his return to parliament and ultimately led to him becoming prime minister. Dalton’s firm, Lodestone, worked for Palantir in 2024 and 2025, and she provided strategic communications and rebuttal support to Burnham’s team. She was also among supporters who applauded Burnham into Downing Street in July.
The connection raises questions about the influence of the $450bn data analytics company, known for its work with intelligence and defence agencies, on UK politics. Palantir has faced scrutiny over its government contracts and data practices, and the revelation of Dalton’s dual role highlights potential conflicts of interest as Burnham’s government shapes tech policy. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.