Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 February 2026
210. Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to set out the policy in his Department regarding the use of artificial intelligence; whether AI is used or permitted in drawing up policy documents, speeches, answers to parliamentary questions, press releases or for other official documents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15622/26]
View answerMy Department complies with the “Guidelines for the Responsible Use of AI in the Public Service” issued by the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation also with guidance issued to all Government Departments by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in relation to the cyber security aspects.
My Department does not currently use generative artificial intelligence tools for drafting Dáíl speeches, producing social media content or issuing responses to parliamentary questions.
My Department plans to continue to assess the opportunities presented by all digital tools, including AI, to improve the delivery, security, efficiency and accessibility of services to our staff and service users. Approval for adoption of any new tools or solutions is subject to appropriate governance processes, including risk assessment.
