Estates Services News

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Overford Farmhouse refurbishment planned

Residential Lettings team prepare major renovation to create high-quality family home...

25 October 2019

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Castle Mill improvements approach completion

Five living walls are being installed around the graduate accommodation site...

24 October 2019

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Roundup of major projects

A summary of current, future and recently completed building projects...

24 October 2019

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Electrical team engages with suppliers to ensure high-quality installations

The electrical engineers of the Building Services team are engaging with contractors to make sure the work they...

The electrical engineers of the Building Services team are engaging with contractors to make sure the work they do in University buildings is done safely and to a high standard at the...

The electrical engineers of the Building Services team are engaging with contractors to make sure the work they do in University buildings is done safely and to a high standard at the first attempt.

9 October 2019

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MEET THE WRITER

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

The Wytham Woods team are delighted to announce the next holder of their Woodland Words writing residency - Alice...

The Wytham Woods team are delighted to announce the next holder of their Woodland Words writing residency - Alice Little.

8 December 2020

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FIND OUT MORE

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

The Wytham Woods team have appointed Kim Polgreen as their Youth Educator in Residence.

19 August 2020

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Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern...

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern smartwatch-based one, and have now received funding to complete the p...

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern smartwatch-based one, and have now received funding to complete the project.

17 July 2019

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Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented...

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented to luminaries ranging from astronomer and physicist Professor Andrea...

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented to luminaries ranging from astronomer and physicist Professor Andrea Ghez to famed cellist Yo-Yo...

26 June 2019

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Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

The Minor Capital Plan, first launched early in 2019, has been amended and received committee approval after the...

The Minor Capital Plan, first launched early in 2019, has been amended and received committee approval after the addition of several new projects over the last year.

19 February 2020

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Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

The rest of the grow lights in the greenhouses on top of the Plant Sciences building in the Science Area are being...

The rest of the grow lights in the greenhouses on top of the Plant Sciences building in the Science Area are being replaced with modern energy-efficient models.

19 February 2020

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Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished...

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished in early February.

13 February 2020

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New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum...

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum staff to install...

13 February 2020

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ABOUT THE PILOT

E-scooter pilot begins in Headington

Oxfordshire County Council today launches the pilot trial of a new electric scooter hire scheme in Oxford in partnership...

Oxfordshire County Council today launches the pilot trial of a new electric scooter hire scheme in Oxford in partnership with private hire operator Voi.

18 February 2021

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Staff car parking temporarily increased

To help staff who are returning to work over the coming months but need to avoid public transport, the University...

To help staff who are returning to work over the coming months but need to avoid public transport, the University has made more car parking spaces available at sites around the city...

To help staff who are returning to work over the coming months but need to avoid public transport, the University has made more car parking spaces available at sites around the city on a temporary basis.

21 July 2020

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Print Studio now open

The University Print Studio has re-opened and all the services it normally provides are available again, from posters...

The University Print Studio has re-opened and all the services it normally provides are available again, from posters and roller banners to leaflets and postcards.

9 June 2020

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FM staff help keep NHS supplied with PPE

Estates Services staff at Old Road Campus have been supporting the fight against Covid-19 by receiving donations...

Estates Services staff at Old Road Campus have been supporting the fight against Covid-19 by receiving donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks, visors and gowns...

Estates Services staff at Old Road Campus have been supporting the fight against Covid-19 by receiving donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks, visors and gowns and redistributing it to local...

19 May 2020

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Estates Services News

Buildings & Space

Overford Farmhouse refurbishment planned

Castle Mill improvements approach completion

Roundup of major projects

Electrical team engages with suppliers to ensure high-quality installations

People & Partnerships

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

Security

Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Events & Achievements

Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

Repairs & Maintenance

Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Facilities & Services

E-scooter pilot begins in Headington

Staff car parking temporarily increased

Print Studio now open

FM staff help keep NHS supplied with PPE

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