If Keir Starmer is not robotic enough for you, his AI twin is ready for your questions

If you are one of the few people on the planet who fancies a chat with Keir Starmer, then there's a new AI model for you. A former chief of staff to a Tory minister has created Nostrada, which aims to enable users to talk with an AI version of each of the UK parliament's 650 MPs – and lets you ask them anything you want. Founded by Leon Emirali, who worked for Steve Barclay, Nostrada gives users a chance to speak to the "digital twin", trained to replicate their political stances and mannerisms. It is intended for diplomats, lobbyists and members of the public, who can find out where each MP stands on each issue, as well as each of their colleagues. "Politicians provide such a rich data source because they can't stop talking," said Emirali.