AI in the Workplace - the latest Work Matters podcast.

S2 E5 - AI in the Workplace (January 2026)

In this episode we concentrate on the integration of artificial intelligence into the workplace, the possible ramifications for workers, the obligations of employers and what actions the Government and the regulator need to take.

Issues such as job displacement, the human in control principle, training and upskilling of employees, stakeholder engagement, AI gender bias, are all discussed.

We hear from Molly Newell,

Molly leads TASCS research on a variety of emerging tech issues, including AI, Cybersecurity, digital regulation, and platform economics. An experienced project manager, Molly authored a report commissioned by the FSU on the possible impacts of AI in the Financial Services Sector.

Research:

FSU Accounting for Workers in the Age of AI: https://www.fsunion.org/assets/files/pdf/fsu_accounting_for_workers_in_the_age_of_ai.pdf

AI Impact on Financial Services Employment - RECOMMENDATIONS: https://www.fsunion.org/assets/files/pdf/ai_impact_on_financial_services_employment_-_recommendations.pdf

AI Impact on Financial Services Employment - FIGURES: https://www.fsunion.org/assets/files/pdf/ai_impact_on_financial_services_employment_-_figures.pdf

We also hear from Dr. Christina Colclogh,

Christina is the founder of The Why Not Lab. Christina’s background is in labour market research and in the global labour movement, where she led their future of work policies, advocacy, and strategies for a number of years. She is included in the all-time Hall of Fame of the world's most brilliant women in AI Ethics.

The Why Not Lab: https://www.thewhynotlab.com/

Tool kit: https://www.thewhynotlab.com/services/tools-and-guides

Duration:  29mins

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