Sir Paul McCartney has cautioned the British government to protect copyright laws to prevent artificial intelligence companies from stealing the work of artists.

In an interview to be published on Sunday, the legendary former Beatle told the BBC that proposed changes to copyright laws could enable “rip off” technology that would make it impossible for up-and-coming musicians and artists to make a living.

“When we were kids in Liverpool, we found a job that we loved, but it also paid the bills”, warning the proposals could remove the incentive for writers and artists and result in a “loss of creativity,” McCartney said.

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