About us
The Office for Artificial Intelligence is now part of the AI Policy Directorate in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). Content from the Office can be found on DSIT's GOV.UK pages.
In recognition of the fact that AI is a top priority and has become central to the wider work of the department and government, we will no longer maintain the branding of a separate Office for Artificial Intelligence.
See the government response to the AI white paper consultation.
Responsibilities
The Office for Artificial Intelligence was responsible for overseeing implementation of the National AI Strategy.
Its mission was to drive responsible and innovative uptake of AI technologies for the benefit of everyone in the UK. It did this by engaging with organisations and securing broad public trust and support, focused on 3 pillars:
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Investing in and planning for the long term needs of the AI ecosystem to continue our leadership as a science and AI superpower.
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Supporting the transition to an AI-enabled economy, capturing the benefits of innovation in the UK, and ensuring AI benefits all sectors and regions.
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Ensuring the UK gets the national and international governance of AI technologies right to encourage innovation, investment, and protect the public and our fundamental values.