The Guardian · AI
UK government’s AI datacentre talks included 137 businesses, no environmental groups
An investigation found that the UK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres but no environmental groups while developing its policy. Nonprofit Spotlight on Corruption said the movement of government personnel into AI companies influenced plans for AI growth zones. It reported that 38 ministers, senior civil servants and special advisers were hired by AI companies.
What to know
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The investigation reported meetings with 137 businesses over AI datacentres and none with environmental groups.
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Spotlight on Corruption said AI companies hired 38 ministers, senior civil servants and special advisers.
Why it matters
These findings concern stakeholder representation and the movement of personnel between government and industry in AI infrastructure policymaking.
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