Peers in the House of Lords, including Lord Brennan and Lord Black, have raised concerns about the potential economic damage from unchecked copyright theft and the urgent need for transparency in AI training data.

Baroness Beeban Kidron, who proposed the amendment to strengthen copyright protections, emphasized the creative industries' role in reflecting national stories and driving economic growth.

The government has faced backlash for removing amendments from the Bill that were initially passed in the House of Lords, despite strong opposition from creative industries.

Prominent artists, including Dua Lipa and Sir Elton John, have called on the UK Prime Minister to reform copyright laws to prevent artificial intelligence (AI) from using their work without consent.

The Creative Rights In AI Coalition, representing 72 organizations, warns that the government's proposals risk delaying essential transparency regarding the use of copyrighted works by AI firms.

Concerns have intensified as generative AI systems utilize copyrighted material to create new content, prompting public backlash from the creative community.

Critics argue that the government's actions indicate a disregard for creators' rights in favor of supporting innovation and growth, despite opposition in local elections.

A forthcoming government report and economic impact assessment aim to address the various perspectives surrounding this ongoing debate.

Despite the government's proposed assessments, Kidron expressed skepticism, insisting that true concessions would necessitate significant transparency and enforcement of copyright law.

Dan Conway, CEO of the Publishers Association, has urged for immediate legislative action on transparency and licensing, rather than delaying reforms through consultations.

The government is drafting a licensing regime for AI and copyright, with a commitment to develop a policy within a year if the bill passes.

In contrast to the UK's more lenient approach, the EU's AI Act includes strict transparency requirements for AI companies regarding their training data.