Tiffany St James Becomes Liverpool’s First Chief AI Officer

Liverpool City Region has appointed Tiffany St James as its first Chief AI Officer, the first such role in UK regional government. The city region covers six local authorities and a population of more than 1.5 million. It manages public services, transport, housing, and economic development.

The Chief AI Officer will lead a new AI task force responsible for health, transport, and education. The task force will oversee AI initiatives to ensure they are applied responsibly and deliver measurable results.

Mayor Steve Rotheram said, “Artificial intelligence is a transformative tool for public services and economic growth. We need leadership to ensure these technologies deliver clear benefits for all communities.” The role provides central guidance for AI integration across service planning, operations, and policy development.

Leadership in Digital Transformation

Tiffany St James brings extensive experience in digital governance and public sector technology. She co-founded the consultancy Transmute and is a member of the Global AI Council. Early in her career, she contributed to the creation of DATA.GOV.UK with Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web.