Public sector AI governance: from PSED obligations to procurement-ready documentation.
Public authorities must have due regard to equality before deploying AI in decision-making. Procurement teams, Overview and Scrutiny Committees, and the ICO are all expecting written evidence.
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The challenge
Common governance gaps for public sector organisations deploying AI.
PSED applies to algorithmic decisions
Using AI in housing allocations, benefits assessments, or social care decisions creates PSED obligations. Equality Impact Assessments are expected before deployment, not after a complaint.
Data sovereignty requirements
Many public sector procurement frameworks require UK or EU data residency. Consumer SaaS governance tools may not satisfy these requirements.
Procurement and scrutiny pressure
Internal audit teams, procurement sign-off processes, and Overview and Scrutiny Committees expect written governance evidence before AI tools are approved for use in public services.
Regulatory obligations
The Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) under Equality Act 2010, Section 149, requires public authorities to have due regard to the need to eliminate discrimination and advance equality of opportunity when exercising their functions. Where AI assists in public decisions, an Equality Impact Assessment before deployment is expected by oversight bodies.
How AI Governance Hub helps
Platform features mapped to your specific governance workflow.
Equality Impact Assessment Generator
Generate PSED-aligned Equality Impact Assessments covering all 9 protected characteristics. Structured for public sector audit and oversight requirements.
Compliance Dashboard
Track your compliance position across UK GDPR, ICO AI guidance, and Equality Act frameworks in one dashboard with a single governance readiness score.
Document Pack Generator
Build structured governance packs for internal audit, procurement sign-off, or Overview and Scrutiny Committee review.
UK Data Residency
All data stored in UK and EU data centres. Supports public sector procurement requirements for data sovereignty and jurisdiction compliance.
What you will have in 4 weeks
PSED-compliant Equality Impact Assessments documented for every AI system before deployment
AI inventory and governance evidence ready for procurement approval or internal audit
Compliance dashboard showing your position against ICO guidance and Equality Act obligations
Important: AI Governance Hub is a preparation tool that helps you understand, document, and work towards your compliance requirements. It does not provide legal advice and does not certify regulatory compliance. You remain responsible for your own compliance obligations. Consult a qualified solicitor or data protection specialist for legal advice specific to your situation.
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