News Summary

The UK government is advancing in the development of artificial intelligence tools aimed at enhancing policy strategy and public services. One such tool, Parlex, is designed to provide ministers with insights into the potential reception of policies by their party’s MPs, offering a ‘parliamentary vibe check’. This tool, part of the Humphrey suite, predicts reactions based on historical parliamentary contributions, helping policy teams anticipate challenges and support. Additionally, the government plans to increase technology use in public services, improve data-sharing, and boost opportunities for tech startups. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to integrate AI into public services, potentially unlocking public data for AI-driven growth, while maintaining privacy safeguards. The government’s AI plan aims to boost the economy by up to £470 billion over the next decade. Other tools in development include Redbox for automating ministerial submissions and Consult for streamlining public consultation processes.