UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, after attending the nation’s first AI safety summit, addressed concerns about the impact of AI on jobs.

He reassured the public that education reforms will enhance skills and make people more adaptable to AI technology.

Sunak emphasized that AI should be seen as a “co-pilot” in the workforce rather than a replacement for human jobs.

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He expressed a commitment to building a world-class education system and enhancing technical training.

His comments came in response to fears about AI’s influence on employment and followed the unveiling of plans to introduce a new qualification for school leavers, as well as efforts to improve adult education in the UK