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Artificial Superintelligence
08 September 2026
Lead MP
Alex Sobel
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Science & Technology
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Alex Sobel raised concerns about artificial superintelligence in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves to introduce a Bill prohibiting the development of artificial superintelligence systems, emphasising the risks posed by autonomous cyber-attacks and the potential loss of control over such systems. The Bill aims to establish monitoring and control powers and proposes international cooperation to address the global security threat.
Bernard Jenkin
Con
Harwich and North Essex
Commissions the importance of the debate on AI, expressing support for the initiative but opposing the Bill due to concerns over unilateral disarmament and the lack of respect for international treaties by some countries.
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