Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology:

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to ensure that regulations placed on AI integration will not hinder the growth of AI in UK sectors.

In March the Government published the AI Regulation White Paper, setting out a proportionate, pro-innovation approach to AI regulation. The Government will publish its response to the recently completed consultation later this year. Our approach, supported by technical standards and assurance, is deliberately designed to be outcomes-based and adaptable to new technologies, rather than a rigid approach that could impede innovation and adoption of AI by UK sectors.

In addition to our regulatory work, the Government announced £100 million funding for BridgeAI – an InnovateUK programme designed to stimulate the growth of AI in traditionally low-AI-maturity sectors, such as construction and agriculture.