Librarianth (@librarianth.bsky.social)

It's a nightmare scenario for a Library You likely don't want to leave a huge Read and Publish deal, it's complex & very messy But you won't always get to choose. If you HAVE to do it, here are some tips from someone who has been there (Happy New Year btw)...

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5 things for University Librarians to think about when exiting a Read and Public agreement The landscape of UK higher education has recently shifted, with news that terms have been agreed with five major academic publishers via Jisc negotiations. While some might be tempted to view this as a "done deal," another perspective would describe it as a pragmatic reflection from the sector that further negotiation on terms is simply no longer possible. The harsh reality is that, given the severe financial challenges facing the sector, many of these agreements will remain fundamentally unaffordable for many institutions. http://librarianth.home.blog/2026/01/07/5-things-for-university-librarians-to-think-about-when-exiting-a-read-and-public-agreement/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social