During the final stages of Keir Starmer’s tenure, senior government officials began evaluating the necessity of a new AI safety law. According to reports, ministers were concerned that current regulatory frameworks were insufficient to address the rapid pace of artificial intelligence development. The proposed strategy involved a comprehensive review of existing powers to determine if the government could legally mandate that leading technology companies submit their AI products for safety evaluations prior to public release.

The initiative aimed to ensure that the most advanced AI models undergo rigorous testing to mitigate potential risks. However, the development of these legislative plans was interrupted by the political turmoil that characterized the end of Starmer's time in office. As the administration focused on internal challenges and efforts to maintain leadership, the momentum behind the AI safety proposal stalled. While the report indicates that the government recognized a 'critical moment' regarding AI oversight, the current status of these specific legislative plans remains unclear following the change in government leadership.