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Lex HR is a legal technology and publishing business specialising in employment law and workplace practice. Its publications combine detailed legal research with practical guidance for employers, HR professionals and legal advisers.
This report was produced by the Lex HR editorial team, drawing on primary legal sources and Lex HR’s curated employment-law knowledge base. AI-assisted tools supported the research, analysis and drafting process. The final content was independently checked, edited and approved by Lex HR, which takes editorial responsibility for the publication.
Workplace AI: UK Employment Law, Risk and Governance
Practical Guidance for Employers, HR and Legal Teams
A practical guide to the employment law, workforce risk and governance issues raised by artificial intelligence in the workplace. Written for law firms, in-house counsel, employers and HR professionals, it examines the use of AI throughout the employment lifecycle—from recruitment, monitoring and algorithmic management to employee use of generative and agentic AI. The report provides detailed guidance on data protection, automated decision-making, discrimination and bias, human oversight, confidentiality, intellectual property, procurement, workforce change, health and safety, complaints and litigation. It also explains the relevance of the EU AI Act to UK organisations. Worked scenarios, practical checklists, governance tools and an implementation plan help organisations adopt and manage workplace AI responsibly. The report covers the law applicable in England, Wales and Scotland and clearly distinguishes current legal duties from regulatory guidance and future requirements.
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