The British Library is concerned that the shift from print to digital publishing is undermining the traditional balance at the heart of copyright in ways that could make it harder for researchers to access and use information.
We believe that the UK needs an intellectual property framework appropriate for the digital age.
We are at a crossroads. Golden Opportunity or Digital Black Hole?
The Golden Opportunity is a vibrant research environment which fully utilises technological developments for education and research which in turn supports the UK’s knowledge economy.
The Digital Black Hole is digital lockdown, where access is restricted and education, research and the knowledge economy are stifled.