Invitation for Public Consultation on Ireland’s Implementation of EU Artificial Intelligence Act

The AI Act aims to foster the development and uptake of safe and trustworthy AI systems across the EU by both public and private actors. The AI Act will ensure AI systems do not operate in a way that is contrary to the fundamental rights and values of the EU. The AI Act is expected to come into force in June 2024. The provisions of the AI Act will apply on a phased basis over 36 months following its enactment.

The Department consultation form (here) outlines four questions (extracted below) to guide submissions, participants are encouraged to include material and references to support their points.

1. What considerations should the Department have regard to when devising the configuration of national competent authorities for implementation?
2. Are there potential synergies between the implementation of AI Act and the implementation of other EU Regulations applying to Digital markets, services, and infrastructure?
3. How can Ireland’s implementation of the AI Act bolster Ireland’s position as a leading Digital Economy, increasing investment and accelerating innovation in AI? What would excellence in AI regulation look like?
4. How can Ireland’s implementation of the AI Act drive support and accelerate progress from each of these perspectives while meeting our regulatory obligations?

Should you wish to participate in the consultation, the deadline for submission is 16 July 2024.