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Lord Katz (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 5 February 2026

Debate

Jobs Market

Contribution

We are working across government to monitor the impact of AI and support job creation, providing skills training for those facing disruption. Just last week, the Technology Secretary announced that every adult in the UK is eligible to take free courses to gain practical AI skills for work, with a target of upskilling about 10 million employees. AI will undoubtedly transform the world of work, but the Government are taking action by establishing the AI and the Future of Work Unit in DSIT to ensure that this transformation boosts productivity and opportunities rather than deepening inequality.

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