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title: "Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard (ATRS)"
description: "The UK's standard template for public-sector bodies to publish how and why they use algorithmic tools; mandatory for government departments and for arm's-length bodies that deliver public or…"
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author: "Jorge García Aibar"
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# Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard (ATRS)

The UK's standard template for public-sector bodies to publish how and why they use algorithmic tools; mandatory for government departments and for arm's-length bodies that deliver public or frontline services [1].

- Developed in: [ch. 21, United Kingdom: principles, regulators and public-sector records](https://aigovernanceengineer.com/bok/ai-laws-worldwide#united-kingdom-principles-regulators-and-public-sector-records)
- Chapters: [ch. 21, AI Laws Worldwide](https://aigovernanceengineer.com/bok/ai-laws-worldwide)
- In the glossary chapter: https://aigovernanceengineer.com/bok/glossary#t-algorithmic-transparency-recording-standard-atrs

## Sources

[1] Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard Hub (mandatory for government departments and for arm's-length bodies delivering public or frontline services). Government Digital Service. 2025-05-08. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/algorithmic-transparency-recording-standard-hub (verified: primary)