Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 15297

Department for Transport: Artificial Intelligence

Tabled: 2 July 2026
Answered: 7 July 2026

Question

Grahame Morris

LabourEasington

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what consultation has taken place with recognised trade unions regarding the introduction or use of automated decision-making systems affecting staff.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
The Department holds regular consultations with its trade unions on all matters concerning the workforce, including its future strategy for the use of Artificial Intelligence.