Open call for evidence

AI and other digital technology in children’s social care

From:
Department for Education
Published
9 March 2026

Applies to England

Summary

We’re seeking to understand how local authorities use artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital technology in the delivery of children’s social care.

This call for evidence is being held on another website.

This call for evidence closes at

Call for evidence description

Currently, we have limited information on the use of AI and other digital technology in the delivery of practice. To help understand how central government can better support this, we want to find out more about:

  • where AI and other technology are being used and developed
  • the impact it’s having
  • barriers local authorities face in implementing new technology

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Published 9 March 2026

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