United Kingdom · AI Policy Observatory

Track every UK AI regulation,strategy and guidance update.

Sourced continuously from DSIT, ICO, CMA, FCA and the major UK government departments and regulators. Verified against official publications. Coverage from January 2025.

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Government steps up action to protect children as AI-enabled toys emerge

5 Jul 2026
DBT·Regulation

The document announces a Call for Evidence to update toy safety regulations in light of AI-enabled toys. UK organisations must engage in this consultation to ensure compliance with evolving safety standards.

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LGSCO: LGSCO Chatbot

2 Jul 2026
DSIT·Guidance

The document describes the LGSCO Chatbot, an AI-enabled tool for public guidance on complaints. UK organisations must ensure compliance with data protection and accessibility standards when implementing similar AI solutions.

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UK-Germany joint statement on advanced AI safety and security

30 Jun 2026
DSIT·International

This is a joint statement on AI safety and security between the UK and Germany. It indicates a collaborative effort to establish AI safety frameworks but does not impose specific obligations.

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Using technology in education

25 Jun 2026
DfE·Guidance

This document provides guidance and reports for education providers on implementing education technology. UK organisations in education should monitor this guidance for compliance with DfE policy.

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Shaping the future of the credit market – the road ahead

25 Jun 2026
FCA·Regulation

This speech discusses the future of the credit market and the need for regulatory reform. UK organisations must adapt to new regulations and focus on delivering better consumer outcomes through innovation and collaboration.

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Latest regulation
5 Jul 2026 · DBT
Government steps up action to protect children as AI-enabled toys emerge
The document announces a Call for Evidence to update toy safety regulations in light of AI-enabled toys. UK organisations must engage in this consultation to ensure compliance with evolving safety standards.
25 Jun 2026 · FCA
Shaping the future of the credit market – the road ahead
This speech discusses the future of the credit market and the need for regulatory reform. UK organisations must adapt to new regulations and focus on delivering better consumer outcomes through innovation and collaboration.
24 Jun 2026 · FCA
Rethinking regulation for the age of AI
This speech discusses the FCA's approach to regulating AI in financial services. UK organisations must adapt to new regulatory frameworks that support AI innovation while ensuring market integrity and competition.
23 Jun 2026 · ICO
One year on: marking the 12-month commencement of the Data (Use and Access) Act
The document marks the one-year anniversary of the Data Use and Access Act's commencement. UK organisations must comply with new operational requirements and guidance related to data protection and automated decision-making.