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Artificial Intelligence

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 20 October 2025UIN 79551

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what progress she has made in establishing an AI governance framework.

Answered by Kanishka Narayan

AI is a general-purpose technology with a wide range of applications, which is why we believe that most AI systems should be regulated at the point of use by existing regulators. A range of rules already apply to AI systems, including data protection, competition, equality legislation and other sectoral regulation. The government is working with regulators to support them on their AI capability needs.

The most advanced systems pose distinct opportunities and risks. We are committed to ensuring the UK is prepared for the changes AI will bring.

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