AI policies in United Kingdom

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United Kingdom Guidance Guidance

ICO AI guidance

ICO Guidance on AI and data protection

The ICO's guidance explains how UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 apply when organisations develop or use AI that processes personal data. It covers accountability and governance, lawfulness and fairness, transparency, data minimisation, security, individual rights, and automated decision-making. The guidance is not itself law, but it reflects how the regulator interprets binding obligations and is the reference point in ICO enforcement.

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United Kingdom Policy Guidance

UK AI regulation framework

A pro-innovation approach to AI regulation (white paper and government response)

The UK white paper sets out a principles-based, context-specific approach to regulating AI. Instead of a single AI law, it asks existing regulators to interpret and apply five cross-cutting principles within their remits: safety, security and robustness; appropriate transparency and explainability; fairness; accountability and governance; and contestability and redress. Central government provides coordination, monitoring and guidance.

Adopted 29 Mar 2023 Source-linked Official source