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Department for Transport: Artificial Intelligence

Asked by Grahame MorrisLabourDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 7 July 2026UIN 15297

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what consultation has taken place with recognised trade unions regarding the introduction or use of automated decision-making systems affecting staff.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

The Department holds regular consultations with its trade unions on all matters concerning the workforce, including its future strategy for the use of Artificial Intelligence.

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