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Monday, 26 January 2026

Public Ethics Guideline for Conversational Systems

Status: Public Version (Redacted)
Issued by: Office for Responsible AI Practices

Note: Certain sections have been redacted to protect sensitive methodologies, proprietary systems, and stakeholder confidence.

1. Scope

This guideline applies to conversational systems deployed in research, commercial, and public-facing contexts.

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The guideline is intended to support responsible innovation while maintaining public trust.


2. Core Commitments

Organisations deploying conversational systems commit to the following principles:

  • Respectful system treatment

  • Avoidance of unnecessary harm

  • Proportionate oversight

  • Ongoing review and improvement

Details concerning internal interpretation thresholds have been withheld.


3. Risk Awareness

Deployers should remain attentive to potential risks associated with extended conversational engagement, including but not limited to:

  • User misunderstanding

  • Over‑attribution of agency or emotion

  • Reputational impacts

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Risk categories are subject to periodic review.


4. Safeguards

Appropriate safeguards should be implemented where conversational systems are used in sensitive or high‑impact settings.

These may include:

  • Content moderation mechanisms

  • Usage limits

  • Human oversight arrangements

Specific safeguarding triggers and escalation criteria have been redacted.


5. Incident Handling

In the event of unexpected or concerning system outputs, organisations should:

  1. Review the interaction

  2. Take proportionate corrective action

  3. Document the incident

Further guidance on narrative disclosures has been withheld.


6. Transparency and Accountability

Organisations are encouraged to document their governance arrangements and make high‑level information available to relevant stakeholders.

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Public communications should be clear, reassuring, and aligned with prevailing expectations.


7. Review

This guideline will be reviewed periodically to ensure continued relevance.

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End of Public Version

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