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4078 — GB
4078 is an AI governance bill from GB, currently introduced. The Images (Non-consensual Recording and Distribution) Bill [1] is undergoing a second reading in the UK House of Commons. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-02-26.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- Parliament of the United Kingdom
- Chamber
- commons
- Document type
- bill
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — in legislative process
Intelligence briefs (1)
bill 2/26/2026
UK Non-Consensual Image Bill Advances to Second Reading in Commons
The Images (Non-consensual Recording and Distribution) Bill [1] is undergoing a second reading in the UK House of Commons.
This legislative progress signals evolving UK standards for image provenance and consent, bearing on AI systems for content generation or distribution.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — in legislative process
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is 4078?
- The Images (Non-consensual Recording and Distribution) Bill [1] has advanced to its second reading in the House of Commons, with its last recorded update on February 26, 2026. This parliamentary movement signifies continued legislative attention within the UK on measures concerning the non-consensual recording and distribution of images. Primary source →
- Why does 4078 matter?
- This legislative progress signals evolving UK standards for image provenance and consent, bearing on AI systems for content generation or distribution. Primary source →
- Who does 4078 affect?
- Organizations developing or deploying AI systems capable of generating, manipulating, or distributing images may be in scope, particularly those operating in the United Kingdom or serving UK-based users. This includes entities involved in social media platforms, content creation tools, deepfake technology, or digital forensics. Deployer profiles could include technology companies, online service providers, and content moderation platforms. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for 4078?
- No fixed deadline — in legislative process Primary source →
- What is the current status of 4078?
- As of the last published update, 4078 is at the "introduced" stage. Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for 4078?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://bills-api.parliament.uk/api/v1/Bills/4078. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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