Source · Select Committees · Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Recommendation 61
61
Accepted
Paragraph: 210
Focus AI regulatory activity on present impacts; assign existential risk to national security apparatus.
Conclusion
When implementing the principles set out in the AI White Paper regulatory activity should be focused on here-and-now impacts. Assessing and responding to existential risk should primarily be the responsibility of the UK’s national security apparatus, supported by the AI Safety Institute.
Government Response Summary
The government will consult on establishing a regulatory regime to address immediate AI risks and confirms that the Central AI Risk Function (CAIRF) already works closely with the national security community on AI risks with national security implications.
Paragraph Reference:
210
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
The AI White Paper was published during the last administration and acknowledged the importance to tackle risks with widespread impact. The Government is proposing to establish the appropriate legislation to place requirements on those working to develop the most powerful artificial intelligence models. As part of this, the Government will consult on how best to establish a regulatory regime that will address the most immediate risks. The CAIRF works closely with the UK national security community while considering AI risks with national security implications.