Decision Maker: Executive Member - The Mayor

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: December 18, 2025

Purpose: The purpose of the report was to present the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2025–2028 which had been developed to ensure the lawful, ethical, and responsible use of AI technologies across the organisation.

Content:   ORDERED that the adoption of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2025 – 28 be approved and that the Head of ICT and Digital has authority to make changes to the policy, following consultation with the Council’s Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO), to ensure the policy keeps pace with emerging AI technology, legislation, case law and guidance from government.