Written questions

Fraud: Artificial Intelligence

2026-06-29 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · HL1514 · Official question

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the need to update legislation to address the malicious use of artificial intelligence-generated voice and likeness cloning.

Answer

‘Digital replicas’ can be a powerful tool, including for the creative industries. However, when someone’s likeness is replicated without their permission it can be harmful. The Government recognises the risks posed by the malicious use of AI-generated voi...