UK Adopts All 44 Recommendations From NHS Doctors-Led AI Panel

The UK government confirmed on October 6, 2026 that it accepts all 44 recommendations of the National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare and outlined delivery plans. The MHRA opened applications for Phase 3 of its AI Airlock sandbox, funded until April 2029, and will publish draft guidance on managing changes to AI-enabled medical devices by December 2026.

• All 44 recommendations accepted; the Commission's report was published on September 10, 2026
• MHRA to issue draft guidance on managing changes to AI medical devices by December 2026
• AI Airlock Phase 3 funded until April 2029, applications due by October 31, 2026
• 77% of healthcare professional respondents called for an overhaul or major reform of regulation