Lynn Ruane (Independent)
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In relation to transparency around procurement, the public services piece bothers me the most. I was looking at some pieces in the US where they automated bail decisions. Machine learning was involved that knocked many people off their disability payments. Some people died as a result. I have a concern around transparency about the use of AI in public services.

Also, in taking a step back to procurement processes, does IHREC feel independent auditing services of AI should be in place as part of the procurement process? That would both ensure that the AI will work - the Government is not in a position with the right expertise to know if it will work without that kind of auditing process - and assess, if it does not work, how it will impact people.

I am wondering about transparency and accountability in the procurement process.