AI is embedded in the British state

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AI is embedded in the machinery of the British state: drafting legislation, shaping spending decisions, informing interest rate policy and writing speeches delivered in parliament.Has Britain handed over political power without ever really deciding to, and without fully understanding to whom?Tom McTague is joined by Will Dunn to discuss.READ Will's piece: https://www.newstatesman.com/technology/2026/04/the-silent-coupLISTEN AD-FREE:📱Download the New Statesman appMORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN:❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday⏰ Get our daily politics newsletter every morning✍️ Enjoy the best of our writing via email every Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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