Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 April 2025
170. Deputy James Geoghegan asked the Minister for Finance if he will identify any AI training offered to people working in the Department; the level of take-up; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18428/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise the Deputy that my Department follows the Government approved Interim Guidelines for the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Public Service released in January 2024. In doing so, the Government recognised the opportunities AI presents to help improve the delivery of public services to our citizens.
The Department of Finance recognises the potential of AI and is monitoring developments in this area and is considering potential training needs and opportunities. To date members of my Department's HR Unit attended a short ‘AI in HR’ course. However, we have not yet offered formal AI training across the Department.
