AI, Growth & Public Policy
As the UK Government announces bold plans to position the nation as a global leader in Artificial Intelligence, Payne Hicks Beach invites you to an expert-led discussion on how this ambition can be realised in practice.
This timely panel event brings together key voices from law, politics, and business to examine the legal, legislative and economic foundations needed to foster AI-led growth. With significant implications for international investment, global talent strategy, and regulatory frameworks, the session will explore how the UK can harness AI to fuel innovation, while safeguarding public trust and ethical standards.
EVENT INFORMATION:
DATE: Thursday 15 May 2025
LOCATION: Inner Temple Lecture Theatre. Click here for a map to the Theatre.
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
BRING A GUEST: Register their attendance here
"AI is a powerful engine for growth, but policy, law, and talent pipelines must keep pace.”
TOGETHER WE WILL EXPLORE
- The UK Government’s AI Growth Agenda
We will examine the UK’s stated ambitions to become a world leader in AI, assessing what legislative and structural changes are required to make this vision a reality.
- The Impact of Non-Dom Tax Reforms on High-Net-Worth Individuals moving to the UK
Following recent abolition of the non-domiciled tax regime and the introduction of the Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) regime, we will be disucssing how these changes may influence the UK’s attractiveness to high-net-worth individuals, considering factors such as tax incentives, residency requirements, and the potential for wealth migration.
- Legal Reform for the AI Age
What must be modernised in UK law to create an innovation-friendly, yet responsible AI environment? The panel will explore legal reform around data governance, IP, liability, and algorithmic accountability.
- Attracting Global Talent and Investment
How can the UK become the destination of choice for AI entrepreneurs, researchers and investors? The session will consider immigration policy, R&D incentives, and startup ecosystem support.
- Building Public Trust and Ethical AI Frameworks
What role do law firms, regulators, and public institutions play in ensuring AI systems are fair, transparent and accountable?
Do you have a question which you wish to ask our panel? If so, use our Q&A submission box.
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MEET OUR PANEL
Sir Robert Buckland KBE KC
Former Secretary of State for Justice &
Senior Counsel at Payne Hicks Beach
Sir Robert is a former Secretary of State for Justice and Lord Chancellor, and a respected voice in legal and public policy circles. With deep expertise at the intersection of law and governance, he brings a sharp legal mind to the evolving debate on how legislation must evolve to support AI-driven economic growth—without compromising rights, ethics, or trust.
Baroness Debbonaire
Member of the Advisory Board for UKAI &
Member of the House of Lords
A member of the House of Lords and the UKAI Advisory Board, Baroness Debbonaire offers insights from the heart of AI policy design. Her work focuses on aligning innovation with the public interest—especially ensuring inclusivity, accountability, and long-term governance structures in the UK’s AI ecosystem.
Dom Hallas
Executive Director, Startup Coalition
Dom is Executive Director of the Startup Coalition, the voice of Britain’s most ambitious tech startups. He’s been on the frontlines of policy reform, championing the needs of founders and investors who want the UK to be the best place in the world to build an AI company. Expect candid, practical takes on what’s working—and what still needs fixing.
The Rt Hon Lord Tyrie
Ex-chair of Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) &
Member of the House of Lords
A crossbench member of the House of Lords, former Chair of the Competition and Markets Authority and of the Parliamentary Commission on Banking, Lord Andrew Tyrie brings a wealth of experience in regulatory reform and economic governance. Known for his focus on consumer interest and institutional accountability, he offers a critical perspective on how the UK’s AI ambition for growth must be grounded in realistic yet effective AI oversight. His insights reflect a long-standing commitment to ensuring that innovation is matched by robust frameworks for fairness, competition, and public trust.
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