Artificial intelligence resources for the public sector
Guidance on using AI safely, effectively and securely for government and public sector organisations
The UK government is committed to using the potential of AI to drive innovation and efficiency in a safe and responsible way.
Anyone working in the public sector needs to be equipped for a digital future. You’ll need the right skills and capabilities, with access to appropriate knowledge, data and tools.
Use these resources to help you in your role.
AI skills
Civil servants can access free e-learning courses on AI on Civil Service Learning. These include an introduction to AI, courses on a range of AI technologies, guidance on the business value of AI and ethics, and a technical curriculum leading to qualifications.
You can access additional training through the learning frameworks on Government Campus.
AI Playbook
The playbook offers guidance on using AI safely, effectively and securely if you’re a civil servant or you work in a public sector organisation.
It includes 10 principles civil servants should uphold when using AI. It explains what AI is – including its capabilities, limitations and risks – and how to select, buy and deploy AI in government.
AI Insights
This series complements the AI Playbook and its training resources by focusing on technical topics that were not discussed in detail in the playbook. It explains the terminology and concepts around AI and machine learning (ML), and provides practical advice on how to implement AI solutions in the public sector.
New AI Insights articles are published bimonthly and include blogs, shorter spotlight articles and case studies.
AI community of practice
The cross-government AI community meets monthly. It provides a place for people interested in AI to share their experiences, and learn from speakers both inside and outside government on topics including AI ethics, security and emerging uses of AI technologies.
Currently, to join this community you must work in a government department or the NHS, or have a GOV.UK email address. However, if you work in an academic institution, private sector organisation or other local government association, you can express your interest in presenting at our events or invite the AI community team to present at your events.