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Written question asked by Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 27 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 March 2025. It was answered by Feryal Clark (Labour) on Friday, 7 March 2025 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Artificial Intelligence: EU Law

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of replicating the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act.

Answer

The UK is committed to establishing a proportionate AI regulatory approach which is grounded in science and supports growth and innovation. As set out in the manifesto, the Government is developing legislative proposals which will establish targeted measures. This will complement work outlined in the government’s response to the AI Action Plan to support the UK's existing regulators who are responsible for governing the vast majority of AI systems at the point of use.

As we develop our approach to regulating AI, we recognise the need to engage with a range of international partners. This includes engaging with the EU, who are a key science and technology partner, to discuss our respective approaches, as well as working alongside them and other partners in the G7, OECD, UN, and other international fora. We take a close interest in how our trading partners are regulating in similar areas and have regular exchanges with the EU on regulatory developments.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
34396
Session
2024-26
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
EU law Artificial intelligence
Link
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