Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 114736
Artificial Intelligence: National Security
Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 5 March 2026
Question
Iqbal Mohamed
Independent — Dewsbury and Batley
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what emergency powers the Government holds to direct private AI developers during a national security incident involving advanced AI systems.
Answer
Kanishka NarayanThis government is taking a long‑term, science‑led approach to understanding and preparing for emerging AI risks, including the possibility of very rapid progress with transformative impacts on society and national security.Through close collaboration wit...
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