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391 policiesCoverage from 1 Jan 2025 · Data current as of 16 Oct 2026

CMA takes first steps to ensure choice in business software

16 Oct 2026

CMA

The CMA is investigating Microsoft's position in business software to promote customer choice. UK organisations may need to adapt to potential regulatory changes affecting software and AI service integration.

Regulation & CompliancePress releaseTechnology

Disclosure and Barring Service Barring Referral AI Summary Tool

14 Oct 2026

DSIT

The document describes an AI tool for summarizing Barring referrals to assist caseworkers. UK organizations must ensure compliance with legal and governance standards while using this tool.

Regulation & ComplianceTransparencyPublic Sector

UK-Canada renewed AI security partnership

13 Oct 2026

Cabinet Office

This document announces a renewed AI security partnership between the UK and Canada. UK organisations should monitor developments in AI security standards and information-sharing arrangements.

International CooperationNewsCross-Sector

Paul Arnold MBE's opening speech at DPPC 2026

13 Oct 2026

ICO

This speech addresses the importance of data governance and public trust in innovation. UK organisations are encouraged to engage with the ICO for guidance on responsible AI use.

Implementation GuidanceSpeechCross-Sector

Britain steps up national defences against growing AI risks

12 Oct 2026

Cabinet Office

The document outlines the UK government's initiatives to enhance national defenses against AI risks. UK organizations are required to strengthen their cyber defenses and comply with emerging regulations regarding AI threats.

Regulation & CompliancePress releaseCross-Sector

Building a Safer, More Secure Britain in the age of AI

12 Oct 2026

Cabinet Office

This document outlines the UK government's commitment to addressing AI risks and ensuring public safety. UK organisations must prepare for legislative changes and enhance cybersecurity measures against AI-driven threats.

Regulation & ComplianceSpeechCross-Sector

Agentic AI call for evidence

8 Oct 2026

ICO

This document is a call for evidence regarding agentic AI and data protection law. UK organisations are invited to provide feedback by 20 November 2026.

Regulation & ComplianceOpen consultationCross-Sector

ICO secures changes from leading AI developers as scrutiny extends to AI agents

8 Oct 2026

ICO

This document reports on changes secured from AI developers regarding data protection. UK organisations must respond to the call for evidence by 20 November 2026.

Regulation & ComplianceNewsTechnology

Pro-Worker AI Adoption Prize

8 Oct 2026

DSIT

The Pro-Worker AI Adoption Prize recognized UK organizations adopting AI to benefit workers. There are no compliance obligations for UK organizations stated in this document.

Funding & InvestmentGuidanceOther/Mixed

Using AI in adult social care

29 Sept 2026

DHSC

This document provides guidance on the use of AI in adult social care. UK organisations must ensure compliance with data protection laws when implementing AI tools.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceHealthcare

Evidence-informed policymaking and fast-changing technology

24 Sept 2026

DfE

This report outlines a framework of principles for policymaking in fast-changing technology contexts. It does not impose any specific obligations on UK organisations.

Strategy & FrameworksResearchEducation

Dr Jade Leung appointed Vice-Chair of the AI Security Institute and Security Advisor to the AI Taskforce

23 Sept 2026

Cabinet Office

Dr Jade Leung has been appointed Vice-Chair of the AI Security Institute and Security Advisor to the AI Taskforce. This appointment indicates ongoing government efforts to enhance AI safety and security leadership in the UK.

Strategy & FrameworksNewsCross-Sector

CMA strengthens proposals allowing people choice over their search service

23 Sept 2026

CMA

The document outlines strengthened proposals by the CMA for search service choice. UK organisations must comply with requirements for search providers regarding user choice and content attribution.

Regulation & CompliancePress releaseTechnology

Delivering predictable regulation in an unpredictable world

16 Sept 2026

CMA

This document discusses the CMA's approach to regulation in the context of AI advancements. UK organisations should monitor the CMA's evolving strategies to ensure compliance and leverage opportunities for growth.

Strategy & FrameworksSpeechCross-Sector

MoJ: PolyAI / Luna

9 Sept 2026

DSIT

This document describes the deployment of a virtual voice assistant by the Ministry of Justice. It outlines operational processes and data handling practices for compliance with public sector requirements.

Implementation GuidanceTransparencyPublic Sector

HMRC: Ask Security

9 Sept 2026

DSIT

This document describes the Ask Security generative AI chatbot for HMRC staff. It requires monitoring of user input and feedback mechanisms to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Implementation GuidanceTransparencyPublic Sector

AI Risk Management Toolkit

8 Sept 2026

DSIT

The AI Risk Management Toolkit supports AI product design and delivery. It provides guidance for responsible and ethical AI risk management practices.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceCross-Sector

A study of cybersecurity literature on open-source software and AI

7 Sept 2026

DSIT

This document is a study reviewing cybersecurity literature on open-source software and AI. It identifies gaps in evidence regarding the governance of open-source AI.

Research & AnalysisResearchCross-Sector

On track: delivering the promises of the digital markets regime

7 Sept 2026

CMA

This document discusses the implementation of the digital markets competition regime. UK organisations must comply with the CMA's conduct requirements to ensure fair competition in digital markets.

Regulation & ComplianceSpeechTechnology

Environment Agency: Regulatory Guidance Assistant

3 Sept 2026

DSIT

The document describes the Regulatory Guidance Assistant, an AI tool for regulatory guidance retrieval. UK organisations must ensure human oversight in all outputs and cannot use the tool for decision-making.

Implementation GuidanceTransparencyPublic Sector
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