When must a council assess equality impact before buying AI?

Answered

As early as possible and before deciding to procure. Assess impacts on people with different protected characteristics, involve an EDI officer where appropriate, present findings to decision-makers, and keep monitoring after go-live.

From the guidance

Primary (how) Responsibly buying AI: a guide for councils in England

Assess how using these technologies may impact people with different protected characteristics as early as possible and before they decide to procure them.

Section: What does the PSED require?

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