The use of artificial intelligence in health diagnosis and prevention of illness was discussed at summit attended by Jersey’s Chief Minister and External Relations Minister this week.
Deputy Lyndon Farnham and Deputy Ian Gorst represented the island at the British-Irish Council Summit in Northern Ireland on Thursday 12 to Friday 13 June.
Hosted by the First Minister and the Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland, the event brought together all the representatives of the British-Irish Council administrations – including the Irish, Welsh, Scottish and UK Governments, the Northern Ireland Executive, and the Governments of Jersey and Guernsey.
The the 43rd summit focussed on the role of artificial intelligence in reform and transformation.
After the event, Deputy Farnham said: “The British-Irish Council remains a vital forum that brings together member administrations to discuss, and address, our many joint challenges and opportunities.
“Deputy Gorst and I had useful conversations with ministers from across the British Isles against the backdrop of challenging global and national events.
“I would like to thank the First Minister and Deputy First Minister for the kind hospitality that we were shown throughout the summit.”
Deputy Gorst added: “It was immensely worthwhile to discuss how AI can enhance our public services, particularly in health diagnosis and prevention of illness.
“We will be sharing expertise with other jurisdictions which are exploring advances in many of the same areas.”