Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 94316

Mental Health Services: Artificial Intelligence

Tabled: 25 November 2025
Answered: 12 January 2026

Question

Sarah Gibson

Liberal DemocratChippenham

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what recent discussions his Department has had on the use of AI-based mental health tools in the NHS; and whether he plans to consult relevant stakeholders on the use of such tools.

Answer

Dr Zubir Ahmed
The Department recognises the potential of artificial intelligence-based tools to support mental health services in the National Health Service. Recent discussions have focused on ensuring that these technologies meet safety, ethical, and clinical standar...

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