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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

National AI Strategy and UNESCO AI Ethics Framework

22 May 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Darren Jones Lab Bristol North West

Science & Technology

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Darren Jones raised concerns about national ai strategy and unesco ai ethics framework in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • British government commits to shaping international AI governance through UNESCO and other multilateral forums.
  • Over 2.5 billion has been invested in AI since 2014, supporting initiatives like the NHSX AI lab and the Alan Turing Institute.
  • The government highlights the importance of skills development and computing investments in AI.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Darren Jones Lab Bristol North West

Britain faces a critical decision on its future path: either continue the status quo leading to decline or modernise by embracing technological reforms. This debate focuses on artificial intelligence, its categorisations, and the risks it poses, including national security concerns like deepfake technologies and cyber-risks. The MP calls for enhanced intergovernmental co-ordination and innovative legislative approaches, urging the government to implement UNESCO's AI ethics framework and respond to Hiroshima communiqué commitments.

Other contributors (1)
  • [Not specified]

    Agrees with the risks highlighted by the hon. Member, specifically regarding machines creating novel cyber-risks that innovators might not fully understand.

Government Response

Paul Scully

The Minister congratulates Darren Jones on his debate and outlines the government’s commitment to shaping international AI governance through UNESCO and other multilateral fora. He highlights over £2.5 billion investment in AI since 2014, including funds for the NHSX AI lab, Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, Alan Turing Institute, and UK AI companies via the British Business Bank. The response includes emphasis on skills development, computing investments, governance principles, international collaborations with the US, Japan, and G7, as well as engagement in standards organisations and UN forums to ensure a balanced approach between risk management and opportunity maximisation.

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