scientometrics and bibliometrics researchAcademic Publishing and Open AccessAcademic integrity and plagiarism

Anna M. Lawrence, J. Esson, Ben Anderson, K. Brickell, Beth Greenhough

2026.5.8TRANSACTIONS OF THE INSTITUTE OF BRITISH GEOGRAPHERS

DOI: 10.1111/tran.70074

Abstract

From now on, authors writing in Transactions will no longer be expected to count their reference lists within the 10,000‐word limit. In this editorial, we take the opportunity to lay out the reasons behind this decision, encouraging prospective authors to critically reflect on how they cite, and highlighting the role of journals, reviewers, and editors in moving towards more inclusive citational practices.

Citation format

LAWRENCE, Anna M., et al. Citational politics in transactions. TRANSACTIONS OF THE INSTITUTE OF BRITISH GEOGRAPHERS, 2026, 51(2).