House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Copyright and AI Progress
18 March 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Proposed by Liz Kendall Lab Leicester West
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The government has made three commitments regarding copyright and AI, including engaging with stakeholders.
- The government will no longer pursue a preferred option for enabling AI developers to train on copyrighted works.
- The government will establish a Creative Content Exchange to support copyright and AI development.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the government's report on Copyright and AI, fulfilling a commitment under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.
Action requested
The government has made three commitments regarding copyright and AI, including engaging with stakeholders, no longer having a preferred option for enabling AI developers to train on copyrighted works, establishing a Creative Content Exchange, and ensuring the UK remains a leading place to build and adopt innovative AI. The Chancellor has committed funding towards this goal.
Key facts
- The creative industries contribute £146 billion to the economy.
- The UK's AI sector is growing 23 times faster than the rest of the economy.
- The government published a consultation on copyright and AI at the end of 2024.
- A Creative Content Exchange (CCE) will be established as part of the Creative Industries Sector Plan, supported by funding from UKRI and DCMS.