FOI request (FOI-75093857)

I am writing under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to request information about the use of any algorithms or machine-learning systems by your local authority. Specifically, I am asking the following:1. Is your organisation using any algorithms and/or artificial intelligence software in the process of delivering public services?

2. If Yes, please provide details:(i)     Of the algorithms or artificial intelligence software you use;(ii)    Of whether you use a commercial product or whether you have developed your own system;(iii)   Of the purpose for which the algorithm and/or artificial intelligence software operates;(iv)   Of the decisions the algorithm and/or artificial intelligence software is asked to make or assist;(v)    Of the type, classification and amount of data that the algorithm and/or artificial intelligence software uses in the decision making process;(vi)    Of the process by which the decision made or assisted by the algorithm is subject to human review;(vii)   Of the process by which you inform an individual that they have been subject to a decision made or aided by an algorithm and/or artificial intelligence software?(viii)  Of the process by which a member of the public can challenge a decision that has been made or aided by an algorithm and/or artificial intelligence software;

Q1 - No, Hastings Borough Council does not use any algorithms and/or artificial intelligence software in the process of delivering public services.

Q2 - N/A