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Written question asked by John McDonnell (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Dan Tomlinson (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.

Revenue and Customs: Artificial Intelligence

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions (a) her Department and (b) HMRC has had with recognised trade unions in HMRC regarding the (i) introduction and (ii) use of automated decision-making systems affecting staff.

Answer

We are not aware of any automated decision-making systems within HMRC that are used in relation to employment, recruitment, performance management, discipline or allocation of work.

We maintain regular engagement with our Trade Unions on workforce, recruitment and technology related matters. We are not aware of any live automated systems being used in relation to employment, recruitment, performance management, discipline or allocation of work, but would engage with Trade Unions if this were to change in the future.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14766
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Staff Treasury Revenue and Customs Trade unions Artificial intelligence
Link
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