Ireland: National Artificial Intelligence Bill establishing a National AI Office was introduced to Leinster House

On 14 July 2025, the National Artificial Intelligence Bill was introduced to Leinster House to establish the National Artificial Intelligence Office as a dedicated State body responsible for overseeing, enforcing, and supporting the ethical, transparent, and innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Ireland. The proposed Office is mandated to provide independent oversight of high-risk AI systems, facilitate the adoption and deployment of AI technologies across both the public sector and enterprises, support digital literacy and national upskilling, and coordinate Ireland’s national approach to AI development and deployment. The proposed Bill positions the Office as a central mechanism for managing the AI transition, enabling strategic investment by the State in structures designed to promote economic development, improve public service efficiency, and ensure that systems and oversight frameworks are in place to address the challenges and opportunities arising from rapid advancements in AI.