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King’s Speech: Charles III Reveals Plans for AI and Soccer Regulations as New U.K. Parliament Session Begins


The British government unveiled its legislative agenda for the coming year in the King's Speech, with changes due in the AI and soccer sectors.

King Charles III announced plans to introduce legislation to regulate the development of powerful artificial intelligence models, signaling the government’s intent to address the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Other key points from the speech include: the creation of Great British Energy, a publicly owned clean power company; reforms to the rail system, including the establishment of Great British Railways; measures to improve water quality and strengthen the powers of the water regulator; plans to progressively increase the age at which people can buy cigarettes; and restrictions on the advertising of junk food to children. On the local front, the agenda includes an English Devolution Bill and new powers for metro mayors and combined authorities, aiming to drive economic growth across regions.

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