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Written question asked by Baroness Jones of Whitchurch (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 November 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 December 2023. It was answered by Viscount Younger of Leckie (Conservative) on Wednesday, 29 November 2023 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Health and Safety: Artificial Intelligence

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Buscombe on 5 June 2018 (HL8200), what testing and examination was carried out to ensure that any artificial intelligence software supplied for use in the Department for Work and Pensions is safe and without risks, as required by section 6 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

Answer

We will continue to work in close collaboration and partnership with other government departments and bodies to align with government’s AI approach, particularly the AI Safety Institute. DWP is exploring the use of AI and how it can support better digital services in a safe, transparent, ethical and considered way. We will work with HSE as and where it is appropriate to do so.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL473
Session
2023-24
Related items
Subjects
Health and safety Artificial intelligence
Link
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