Written Parliamentary Questions to UK government departments doubled in 2025. That is according to a Sky News exclusive published on 7 January 2026.
The number rose from 49,125 in 2024 to 90,331 last year. Government sources are now accusing some MPs of using AI to generate questions, diverting civil service resources and wasting public money. But MPs deny the claim and say the real problem is that ministers are not answering their questions properly.
Today, I am looking at this fascinating story from Westminster and what it means for public sector leaders. Whether or not AI is behind the surge, the implications for government capacity and accountability are significant. This is a case study in how generative AI is changing the dynamics of democratic oversight.
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