Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 15300

Ministry of Defence: Artificial Intelligence

Tabled: 2 July 2026
Answered: 13 July 2026

Question

Grahame Morris

LabourEasington

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

Answer

Mr Calvin Bailey
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) engages with Trade Unions on all key matters that impact staff. We have engaged with all recognised Trade Unions where we have pursued automation in systems that impact staff employment and will continue such engagement when ...

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