White paper

This report explores experiences of using tools for assuring responsible practice in the build, deployment, and governance of AI systems, in particular frameworks and toolkits developed and published by RAi UK-funded projects and by other organisations.

Citation: RAi UK (2025) Frameworks and Toolkits for Assuring Responsible AI, University of Southampton, doi: 10.5258/RAi/002

This report explores how governments and industry in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) might adopt AI to serve the values, needs and aspirations of individuals and communities, and drive the achievement of development goals. It draws on RAi UK projects working with partners in India and Indonesia and in countries in Africa and in South America, and identifies challenges, early solutions and policy implications.

Citation: RAi UK (2025) Responsible AI. To enable flourishing in and by Low- and Middle- Income Countries (LMICs), University of Southampton, doi: 10.5258/RAi/001

This white paper was written by a consortium drawn from the attendees of the AI Fringe event in November 2023, with Responsible AI UK ensuring a diversity of views were collected from the academic community.

With the aim of assisting decision-makers, this report integrates insights from diverse stakeholders including civil society, industry, academia, and the People’s Panel on AI. It serves to guide policymakers grappling with issues ranging from bias and discrimination to data protection, privacy, and AI skills and training.

While not every aspect may garner unanimous agreement, the report exemplifies the essential conversations required and underscores the comprehensive perspective needed for the government as they navigate towards a more agile AI regulatory framework. This report will enable further conversations for regulators to address evolving challenges while fostering an environment conducive to innovation and growth within the UK AI ecosystem.