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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

AI and Copyright Consultation

17 December 2024 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

Proposed by Chris Bryant Lab Rhondda and Ogmore

Culture, Media & SportScience & Technology

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

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK government is publishing a consultation on AI and copyright issues.
  • Proposals include mechanisms for rights reservation and exceptions for AI developers.
  • The aim is to support both AI and creative industries through clear legal guidelines.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the challenges faced by rights holders and AI developers in navigating UK copyright law for AI training, which is hindering innovation and growth.

Action requested

The government is publishing a consultation to address these issues with proposals that include mechanisms for rights reservation and exceptions for AI developers. The aim is to balance support for both AI and creative industries through clear legal guidelines.

Key facts

  • Consultation published jointly by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
  • Proposals include a mechanism for rights holders to reserve their rights and license their work in AI training.
  • Exception proposed to support use at scale of a wide range of material where rights have not been reserved.
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