Source: Labour Research Department

Labour Research Department provides a guide on understanding artificial intelligence’s effects in the trade union context within the UK. The document outlines how AI is transforming workplaces, impacting employment conditions and workers’ rights. It advises trade unions on legal frameworks and strategies to address AI-driven changes.

The guide discusses issues such as job displacement, data privacy, workplace surveillance, and algorithmic decision-making affecting employees. It emphasizes the importance of collective bargaining and worker participation in AI governance. The piece also highlights ethical considerations and the need for policies ensuring fair treatment during AI adoption. The guide encourages unions to support workforce upskilling and advocate for regulatory protections in the evolving labour market.