Putting people, principles and partnerships at the heart of AI-powered justice.
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) released the ‘AI Action Plan for Justice’, published 31 July 2025, outlines their three-year strategy to how the department intends to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance the efficiency, fairness and accessibility of the Criminal Justice System.
For this, the MoJ considers ‘AI’ as an umbrella term for tools including machine learning, large-language models, emerging agentic capabilities. This also includes technology that enables machines to process data, make inferences, learn and provide recommendations that traditionally require human intelligence.
The plan is scheduled for implementation over a three-year period and outlines the following strategic priorities:
Strengthen foundations – Strengthen AI leadership, governance and ethics, data and digital infrastructure and procurement to support AI adoption and proactively manage risks.
Embed AI across the Justice System – Apply AI to deliver MoJ priorities to protect the public, reduce reoffending, deliver swift access to justice and provide efficient enabling functions through a ‘scan, pilot, scale’ approach.
Invest in people and partners – Accelerate AI adoption and transform ways of working through investment in talent, training and workforce planning. Partnerships that support AI-driven legal innovation, economic growth and response to AI-enabled crime will also be strengthened.
The MoJ is developing a network of AI Champions to foster support, promote the effective use of AI tools, and escalate issues to the Justice AI Unit. Though, this initiatvie differs from the original Government AI Champion medel, which focused on sector-specific leaders collaborating with industry and government the shape AI adoption strategies.
Aligning with the ‘scan, pilot, scale approach’, the three-year road map will include establishing strong foundations, scaling what works and building on early success.
To do so, the MoJ will align its priorities across three cross cutting principles:
Put safety and fairness first
Working with AI within the law, protecting individual rights and maintaining public trust through rigorous testing, clear accountability and careful oversight.
Protect independence
AI should support human judgement rather than replace it, maintaining the independence of oversight bodies and decision makers.
Start with the people who use the system
Implementing a user centric design, solving the real problems of victims, offenders, staff, judges and citizens.
Build or buy once, use many times
Minimising costs and effort by building solutions that can be used across the board.
As such, the AI Action Plan for Justice intends to leverage the benefits that generative AI has to offer and improve the delivery of justice across the system.
AI continues to be one of the three strategic priorities of our Justice and Emergency Services Management Committee, alongside procurement and digital skills. If you want to hear more about the work that we are doing, please do reach out to [email protected]
Justice and Emergency Services Programme activities
The techUK Justice and Emergency Services Programme represents tech firms operating in the public safety, criminal justice, and blue light markets. We create strong relationships between members and public sector customers, encouraging industry engagement, and unlocking innovation. Visit the programme page here.
Policing enters a new era: technology at the heart of reform
Policing is entering a new era, with technology playing a central role in reform, capability and public trust. This piece explores how digital tools, data and innovation are supporting more effective policing, the challenges forces face in adopting new technology, and what reform means for industry and public safety partners — read the insight to understand how technology is shaping the future of policing.
Our members develop strong networks, build meaningful partnerships and grow their businesses as we all work together to create a thriving environment where industry, government and stakeholders come together to realise the positive outcomes tech can deliver.
Head of Programme - Justice and Emergency Services and Economic Crime Lead, techUK
Dave Evans
Head of Programme - Justice and Emergency Services and Economic Crime Lead, techUK
Dave is a former senior police officer with the City of London Police, bringing extensive experience as a Detective and senior leader across frontline operations and multi-agency partnerships at regional and national levels.
He has led and supported responses to major national incidents, including mass casualty events, counter-terrorism operations and large-scale public disorder, working closely with partners across the criminal justice sector.
Alongside his public service, Dave has also held leadership roles in the private sector, managing projects focused on intellectual property and licensing. His combined experience across both sectors gives him a deep understanding of how collaboration between service providers and end users can strengthen resilience and trust.
Cinzia joined techUK in August 2023 as the Justice and Emergency Services (JES) Programme Manager.
The JES programme represents suppliers, championing their interests in the blue light and criminal justice markets, whether they are established entities or newcomers seeking to establish their presence.
Prior to joining techUK, Cinzia worked in the third and public sectors, managing projects related to international trade and social inclusion.
Junior Programme Manager - Justice and Emergency Services, techUK
Fran Richiusa
Junior Programme Manager - Justice and Emergency Services, techUK
Fran is the Junior Programme Manager for the Justice and Emergency Services (JES) Programme, supporting project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and policy development across portfolios including law enforcement, justice, and the fire sector.
Fran joined techUK in May 2025 as a Programme Team Assistant for the Public Sector Markets Programmes before progressing to her current role.
Prior to joining techUK, she gained experience working across local government and VAWG (Violence Against Women and Girls) charities, where she developed a deep understanding of public service and advocacy.
