Delve into a thought-provoking conference talk exploring the future of policymaking post-COVID-19 and the role of AI in government. Join Professor Helen Margetts and Dr. Cosmina Dorobantu from the Alan Turing Institute as they discuss lessons learned from the pandemic, technologies that proved crucial, and their potential for shaping future governance. Examine topics such as simulation evaluation, modeling for policy, online harm prevention, and the ethical considerations of AI in public policy. Gain insights into why governments may be slow to adopt AI and data-driven approaches, and explore new challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving field. Discover how AI can complement human capabilities in policymaking and participate in a Q&A session addressing the detection of online harms. This 52-minute session from AIUK 2022 offers a comprehensive look at rethinking government with AI, providing valuable perspectives for policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and public policy. Read more