Copyright Licences for Schools - Copyright Licensing Agency (CLA)
Reference ocds-h6vhtk-067aa7 · Department for Education
Awarded to The Copyright Licensing Agency Limited for £109,481,016.
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Description
Schools require licences to access copyright materials for teaching and learning and extracurricular activities. Copyright licences are handled by and purchased from Copyright Management Organisations (CMOs). CMOs are a type of licensing body that grant rights to materials on behalf of rights holders (e.g. authors/composers). The Copyright Licensing Agency (CLA): this licence permits schools to photocopy books, magazines and journals published in the UK and over 35 other countries.
Awards
| Lot | Awarded to | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Copyright Licensing Agency Limited | £109,481,016 | — |
Official publications
| Medium | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FTS | 042987-2026 | 11 May 2026 |
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