# Calls grow for introduction of new AI Bill to protect human rights and privacy > Source: > Published: 2026-09-14 08:42:04+00:00 # Calls grow for introduction of new AI Bill to protect human rights and privacy - A cross-party panel of MPs on the Joint Committee on [Human Rights](/topic/human-rights) has urged the UK government to introduce a new[AI](/topic/ai) Bill to protect human rights and privacy. - The committee warned that existing UK legislation targets system users rather than developers, preventing regulatory oversight prior to public rollout. - The report recommends establishing a single independent AI regulator with strong powers to enforce compliance and mandate transparency across the technology lifecycle. - JCHR Chair Alex Sobel highlighted the urgent need for mandatory transparency and clear avenues of redress for individuals impacted by AI-driven decisions. - The report follows recent calls from major tech leaders, including Dario Amodei, Elon Musk, and Sam Altman, urging the industry to slow down the pace of AI development.