Written questions

Data Processing: Copyright

Commons · Question 7710 · Tabled 8 Oct 2024 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 14 Oct 2024

Question

Asked by Sir John Whittingdale

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether he plans to introduce a broadened copyright exception for text and data mining.

Answer

Answered by Feryal Clark, 14 Oct 2024

No decision has been made on whether to legislate on copyright in relation to text and data mining.The Government is committed to supporting the growth of the creative industries and AI sectors while recognising the value of human-centred creativity. Whil...