Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment

Safeguard fundamental rights and ensure AI compliance under the EU AI Act.

A FRIA identifies and mitigates risks that AI systems pose to individuals and society.

  • Reduce bias, discrimination, and exclusion risks

  • Demonstrate ethical, responsible AI governance

  • Align AI deployment with mandatory requirements under EU law

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Embedding Accountability in AI Governance

High-risk AI systems under the EU AI Act require a Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment (FRIA), mandated by Article 27 of Regulation (EU) 2024/1689. This process evaluates the wider effects of AI on fairness, equality, non-discrimination, and other fundamental rights. A FRIA provides organisations with a structured method to identify risks, address ethical and legal concerns, and demonstrate accountability to regulators, stakeholders, and society at large. It is not just a compliance requirement, but a strategic instrument for building trust in AI.

Our Approach

1

Define

Clarify objectives, use cases, and context to establish a clear scope for the FRIA.

2

Identify

Examine potential impacts on fairness, non-discrimination, access to services, and other fundamental rights.

3

Assess

Analyse risks, data use, and governance structures, and recommend targeted safeguards to reduce harm.

4

Report

Deliver a structured FRIA report with findings, mitigation measures, and guidance for future reviews.

The Result: Your Bridge to GDPR Compliance Regulatory Alignment

Regulatory compliance

Fulfill the EU AI Act’s requirement for high-risk AI systems with a defensible FRIA.

Reputational assurance

Demonstrate proactive measures against bias, discrimination, and rights infringements.

Trusted governance

Provide auditable evidence of accountability, strengthening trust with regulators and stakeholders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • A FRIA is required before deploying certain high-risk AI systems.

    Under Article 27, deployers that are public authorities, private entities providing public services, or those using specific high-risk systems must assess the impact on fundamental rights prior to first use. Recital 96 confirms that this assessment must be completed before the system is put into operation.

  • The responsibility sits with the deployer. Article 27 clearly states that deployers must perform the assessment. Recital 96 reinforces that those using the system are best placed to assess its real-world impact. Providers must support this by supplying relevant information, but they are not responsible for conducting the FRIA.

  • The requirement is tied to the specific context of use.

    Article 27 requires the assessment to reflect the actual processes, affected individuals, and use conditions. Where use cases differ significantly, a separate or updated FRIA will typically be required. Where contexts are similar, an existing FRIA may be reused, provided it remains accurate and relevant.

  • Organisations must actively control how AI systems are used.

    Articles 26 and 29 require deployers to use systems in line with the provider’s instructions, assign competent human oversight, ensure appropriate input data, and monitor system performance.

    The FRIA reinforces this by documenting the intended use, affected groups, and oversight measures, helping prevent misuse or scope drift.

  • A FRIA is not a one-time exercise.

    Article 27 requires it at first use, but it must be updated whenever relevant factors change. Recital 96 highlights that updates are necessary when there are changes in use, affected individuals, or risk levels.

    There is no fixed timeline, reviews are driven by changes in the system or its context.