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Despite our previous recommendations that the Government win back the trust of creators regarding their concerns over AI, its working group has not been able to bring forward a code of practice on AI and intellectual property. Although the Government asserted that it could consider legislating were agreement not reached, …
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Despite our previous recommendations that the Government win back the trust of creators regarding their concerns over AI, its working group has not been able to bring forward a code of practice on AI and intellectual property. Although the Government asserted that it could consider legislating were agreement not reached, it has not indicated that it will do so. It is unlikely that simply conducting a further period of engagement with the sectors, with no clarity over its overall aims, will have any meaningful effect. We are concerned that the status quo simply favours AI developers, given creators’ concerns that their IP is already being used in AI development without licence or any practical means of recourse.
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Government response AI summary
The government acknowledges the Committee's concerns regarding the lack of a code of practice on AI and IP and the status quo favoring AI developers. They state that DCMS, DSIT, and IPO are working closely to understand issues, engaging with stakeholders, and intend to proceed …
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Recommendation
Fifth Report - Creator remuneration
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The Government must ensure that creators have proper mechanisms to enforce their consent and receive fair compensation for use of their work by AI developers. It should set out measurable objectives for the period of engagement with the AI and rightsholders sectors, which it has said ministers will lead on, …
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The Government must ensure that creators have proper mechanisms to enforce their consent and receive fair compensation for use of their work by AI developers. It should set out measurable objectives for the period of engagement with the AI and rightsholders sectors, which it has said ministers will lead on, and provide a definitive deadline at which it will step in with legislation in order to break any deadlock. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and recommend that our successor Committee do the same next year. (Paragraph 40) Freelancing and contractual terms
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Government response AI summary
The government acknowledges concerns about AI and copyright, stating DCMS, DSIT, and IPO are working closely with stakeholders to find a balance between innovation and creator protection. They recognise legislation may be required and intend to proceed with urgency, hoping to announce next steps soon, …
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Fifth Report - Creator remuneration
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Freelancers make up a significant portion of the creative workforce but lack a single clear voice representing their interests to Government. This has resulted in a decline in pay and conditions that will cause long-term harm to the sector.
Government response AI summary
The government acknowledges the importance of the self-employed workforce in the creative industries, noting both benefits and challenges. They highlight ongoing initiatives like the Creative Industries Sector Vision's Good Work Review and a pilot support programme for screen, and are reviewing options across departments for …
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