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Thousands protest in the UK after a formula replaced a test that influences college placement. It's led to broader scrutiny of automation and inequality.

The profound and ongoing effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic on higher education in the UK and worldwide are well documented. The Collections Strategy Network, consisting of representatives of all of the RLUK members, today issues a statement outlining the position of RLUK libraries as they navigate the issues raised by the pandemic. It lists a series of requirements around databases and journal subscriptions, e-books and e-textbooks, and access to resources that will need to be met to ensure libraries can continue to fulfil the information needs of researchers and students.

Pablo de Castro, Open Access Advocacy Librarian, University of Strathclyde