Role in AI policy
Ireland's Minister of State responsible for AI and digital transformation at the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment. Department releases show her announcing progress on AI Act implementation with Minister Peter Burke, launching in July 2026 a consultation for a sectoral strategy on enterprise adoption of AI, naming Ireland's first AI Sectoral Champions in October 2026, and publishing a study on AI adoption in manufacturing, construction and tourism the same month.
Related laws and policies on record
Public statements in the role
- Minister Smyth announces Ireland's first AI Sectoral Champions to drive enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment
- Minister Niamh Smyth publishes major report on AI adoption and enablement across Irish enterprise Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment