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Download the Kortext<\/span>\u00a0Annual Librarian Survey<\/span>\u00a0Report<\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n

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Now in its sixth year, the Kortext Annual Librarian Survey reflects the priorities and pressures shaping academic libraries in the United Kingdom. The 2026 edition draws on responses collected from library professionals in May\u2013June 2026.<\/p>\n

Inside the white paper, you’ll find:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • How libraries are managing budgets under sustained financial pressure and where spend is shifting<\/li>\n
  • Changes in digital content collections and what’s driving purchasing decisions<\/li>\n
  • The expanding role of open access and OER in collections and taught programmes<\/li>\n
  • How libraries are using data and analytics to track student engagement and support strategic decisions<\/li>\n
  • How librarian and academic attitudes towards generative AI in higher education are evolving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Complete the form to receive your copy of the white paper.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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