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Looking back at his time in power, Tony Blair had a harsh assessment of his decision to introduce the Freedom of Information Act: “You’re an idiot.”
Technology secretary Peter Kyle, a fan of the former prime minister, may now agree with that verdict after it was revealed that he had asked ChatGpt which podcast he should appear on. This disclosure has caused some unease among ministers who are concerned about the potential impact.
Blair’s concern was that the law could hinder open discussions between ministers and officials. It has become evident that FOI requests have been denied by authorities misusing legal exemptions.
The successful use of the law to investigate Kyle’s use of AI chatbots has led some to believe that new precedents are being set.
FOI requests can now target WhatsApp messages and texts, even on personal phones, despite authorities’ efforts to resist or edit responses. The disclosure of Kyle’s ChatGpt queries surprised experts.
Rosenbaum expressed surprise that the request was granted without much opposition from the authorities. This success may lead to an increase in similar requests in the future.
Journalist Chris Stokel-Walker, who made the request regarding Kyle’s ChatGpt usage, plans to seek further disclosure. This victory raises questions about the potential use of FOI to reveal ministers’ Google search requests.
While there are limitations to what can be revealed, the distinction between personal and official use remains a gray area. Some believe this could be exploited to keep information confidential.
Rosenbaum envisions a future where AI plays a larger role in law. He also joked about submitting an FOI request to ChatGpt about whether he should make another request.
Source: www.theguardian.com
