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UK government plans AI speech and work-assistant trial
The prime minister will deliver remarks on technology policy this morning. A three-month trial of an AI tool to assist job seekers begins, and a minister criticized a U.S. defense official's remarks at a D-day event.
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The UK government will hold a speech on technology and artificial intelligence this morning. Extracts released in advance state that the address will emphasize making technological change available to all citizens rather than a limited group. A separate announcement said the Department for Work and Pensions is starting a three-month trial of an AI work assistant.
The tool is described as a 24/7 resource offering guidance on career development, job searching, and applications.
Minister comments on U.S. defense secretary A skills minister stated that the U.S. defense secretary lacked class for using a D-day commemoration to criticize European countries on immigration. The minister said reductions in net migration have occurred and that further steps will address concerns about small-boat crossings.
The same minister added that the defense secretary was not correct in the assessment presented at the ceremony. The remarks follow reports that the speech drew condemnation in multiple countries.
Additional schedule items A press conference on energy bills is set for 10 a.m.
A lobby briefing is listed for 11:30 a.m. Further speeches and parliamentary questions are scheduled through the afternoon.
