Artificial Intelligence (AI) is developing fast and the benefits of adopting AI are widely recognized. AI applications can contribute to better public services, e.g. by improving citizen-government interaction, enabling smarter analytical capabilities or improving efficiency across public-sector domains and supporting democratic processes. The use of AI systems can bring benefits across all key public-sector activities. Through early adoption of AI, the public sector can be the first mover in adopting AI that is secure, trustworthy and sustaina