Ban employers from using AI tools to sift job applications

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openDepartment for Work and Pensionsby Joseph JamesOpened 17 July 2026

Background

We ask the government to regulate the use of AI for recruitment and hiring, directly resulting in systemic application rejection and job prospect paralysis for qualified citizens.

Additional details

Unemployment is a big issue and the use of such tools can directly result in systemic application rejection.

Where it’s popular

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Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 771983.