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UK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres – but no environmental groups

An investigation found that the UK developed its datacentre and AI policy without meeting any environmental groups, while 38 ministers, senior civil servants and special advisers moved into AI company roles between July 2024 and September 2026.

SourceThe Guardian AIAuthor: Aisha Down Global technology reporter
UK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres – but no environmental groups
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  • The UK's AI growth zones policy was developed without any meetings with environmental groups.
  • Spotlight on Corruption identified a "considerable revolving door" between government and AI companies.
  • 38 ministers, senior civil servants and special advisers were hired by AI companies between July 2024 and September 2026.
  • The government met 137 businesses as it developed datacentre expansion plans.

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