The UK government has postponed its plans to introduce an artificial intelligence (AI) Bill over a desire to align with the Trump administration's approach to regulating the technology. The bill, which was initially intended to be introduced into Parliament before Christmas, is now expected to be delayed until at least the summer. An article in the Financial Times in August 2024 indicated that the bill's scope would focus on regulating the most advanced AI models. As such, the bill would require developers to submit large AI models to the UK AI Security Institute (AISI) for testing. However, the re-election of Donald Trump as US President has forced a rethink, with ministers hesitant to implement regulations that could discourage AI companies from operating in the UK.
Labour sources suggest that the bill has been significantly deprioritised, and its final form remains uncertain. A government spokesperson confirmed the commitment to AI legislation but emphasised the need for ongoing refinement and a public consultation to ensure a "future-proofed and effective" approach to the rapidly evolving technology.
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