A statement on the removal of the EU orphan works exception in the case of a no-deal Brexit, with an overview of alternatives if the exception is lost. Orphan Works No-Deal StatementDownload the statement PDF The UK Government previously announced that if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal, the EU orphan works …
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Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is conducting a post-implementation review (PIR) of the 2014 changes to copyright law, and has published a call for evidence, which closes on 10 April 2019. This guidance from LACA provides support to libraries and archives in responding to this call. Call …
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A briefing for libraries, archives, and cultural organisations on the removal of the orphan works copyright exception in the case of a no deal Brexit. Orphan Works Brexit BriefingDownload the briefing PDF The Government has announced that if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal, the orphan works copyright exception will be removed …
Following reforms in 2014, contracts can no longer remove many rights users have in UK copyright law. Here is a short briefing on this important development. Protection of copyright exceptions from override by contractDownload PDF copy of this post One of the most important structural changes to the law in 2014 was to protect copyright …
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A free copyright poster and accompanying guidance on copying. Revised poster In 2014 much needed reforms of UK copyright law were implemented. LACA and CILIP have produced a free poster that libraries are encouraged to download and display close to copying equipment and in other prominent locations. The poster’s purpose is to raise awareness of …
An agreement between LACA and Ordnance Survey that regularises and clarifies the conditions under which librarians and archivists may copy maps for users. The agreement took effect from 1 November 2006, was renewed in 2010 and remains in force. Guidelines for library staff and a downloadable poster are available from the Ordnance Survey website.
Evidence of the extent of the problem of text based works affected by the 2039 provisions Following a survey undertaken by LACA in June 2016, it is now possible to quantify the extent of the problem of text based works affected by the 2039 provisions for the cultural heritage and educational sectors. This briefing sets …
Suggested wording for declaration forms for published and unpublished works. Last updated October 2019. Model copyright declaration forms Libraries and archives supplying a reasonable proportion of a published copyright work, or the whole or part of an unpublished work, for users need to ensure that a declaration in writing is received and acknowledged by the …
Among the changes to UK copyright law introduced on June 1st 2014 was an exception to copyright permitting educational institutions, not for profit publically accessible libraries, archives and museums to make digitised collection items available on site via “dedicated terminals”. In April 2016, the impact of this new exception was debated by a Speakers’ Panel …
Technology has transformed universitites, public libraries, education and the economy. University and public library resources are used to support learning. Their services improve digital literacy, support online creativity and promote the government agenda of digital inclusion. The briefing explains the impact of the Digital Economy Act on libraries.The briefing helps library and information professionals in …
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