Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 December 2025
187. Deputy Malcolm Byrne asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the type of training provided to staff within his Department in the use of, or understanding of artificial intelligence; if a programme is planned for all staff on their obligations under the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [67461/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraAn on-demand "AI in the Public Service" eLearning course is available to all staff in my Department. It was developed by the IPA in conjunction with industry experts in the field of AI and provides introductory training on AI principles, applications, ethics and regulation. Additionally, it provides information specifically to the public service regarding legal requirements, responsibilities, and opportunities related to AI.
An internal Department program of staff training on the use of Generative AI is ongoing. This includes workshops run by CeADAR, Ireland's Centre for AI, "Lunch and Learn" events and "ICT Tips" emails. This program of training will continue into 2026 and will expand into other aspects of AI and related topics such as the AI Act, Cyber Security and Data Protection.
