Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Warwick (Non-affiliated) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 July 2026. It was answered by Baroness Levitt (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Civil Proceedings: Artificial Intelligence
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of artificial intelligence legal services on access to legal representation in lower-value civil claims.
- Answer
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The Government has not made a formal assessment of the impact of artificial intelligence legal services on access to legal representation in lower-value civil claims. However, we recognise the potential for AI-enabled tools to improve access to legal information and support, including by helping individuals better understand legal processes and prepare documents.
The Ministry of Justice supports responsible innovation. In February we announced a further £4.5 million funding for the next 3 years for LawtechUK and the Government has also set up the new AI Growth Lab for legal services. These initiatives are designed to help legal technology develop in a way that supports affordable, accessible and high-quality services.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL1300
- Session
- 2026-27
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- Civil proceedings Legal representation Artificial intelligence
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- 2026-07-07 14:08:55 +0100
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