IReL’s approach to the negotiation of transformative agreements

Since 2020, IReL has replaced most of its traditional journal subscription licenses with transformative OA agreements. The IReL Steering Group recognises that such agreements are transitional, and in a statement published today outlines:

  • its requirements for new transformative agreements from 2024, and 
  • its longer term plans for ending such agreements 

Read the full statement: Towards transparent, equitable and open access to scholarly publications: IReL’s approach to the negotiation of transformative agreements