Estates Services News

University Access Guide re-launched

The guide has been re-launched on the new Mosaic content management system. It is now more attractive and usable,...

The guide has been re-launched on the new Mosaic content management system. It is now more attractive and usable, making it far easier for users to find the information they need.

3 October 2019

Mockup image of Osney Power Station development

Saïd Business School granted planning permission to develop Osney Power Station

Oxford City Council has approved planning permission for the Saïd Business School to develop Osney Power Station...

Oxford City Council has approved planning permission for the Saïd Business School to develop Osney Power Station into a new residential teaching facility for the School.

26 September 2019

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Another award for the Beecroft

The Beecroft Building has secured yet another award, earlier this week winning the Gold Medal in the Higher Education...

The Beecroft Building has secured yet another award, earlier this week winning the Gold Medal in the Higher Education category of the Construction Manager of the Year awards.

20 September 2019

Major land purchase at Churchill

In March the University bought around 10 acres of land at the Churchill Hospital site from the Oxford University...

In March the University bought around 10 acres of land at the Churchill Hospital site from the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

19 July 2019

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Colleges to join University Access Guide

Buildings in colleges are being added to the University’s Access Guide, which provides information on how accessible...

Buildings in colleges are being added to the University’s Access Guide, which provides information on how accessible buildings across...

13 February 2020

MEET THE TEAM

New Shift Supervisor at Security Services

Mark Curtis has been promoted to Shift Supervisor at Security Services.

11 February 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

Photo of a group of people in academic dress posing outside of the Sheldonian as part of Encaenia 2019

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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Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Estates Services has organised training for members of Project Boards in 2021.

7 December 2020

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READ ABOUT THE AWARD

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

The University has again received the Fairtrade University and College Award, following a student-led audit.

18 June 2020

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Work with us to make your server room more energy-efficient

A recent project led by Environmental Sustainability transformed the efficiency of the cooling system for the server...

A recent project led by Environmental Sustainability transformed the efficiency of the cooling system for the server room in the Wolfson Building, and the team are now looking to apply...

A recent project led by Environmental Sustainability transformed the efficiency of the cooling system for the server room in the Wolfson Building, and the team are now looking to apply similar methods all over the...

10 April 2019

Old Boys High School Cupola restored

Conservation & Buildings team members moved quickly to avoid further damage after part of the cupola at the...

Conservation & Buildings team members moved quickly to avoid further damage after part of the cupola at the top of the Old Boys High School on George Street was found to have fallen...

Conservation & Buildings team members moved quickly to avoid further damage after part of the cupola at the top of the Old Boys High School on George Street was found to have fallen off this winter.

3 April 2019

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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

FULL DETAILS HERE

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

Photo of boxes of PPE in the Old Road Campus Distribution Centre

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

University Access Guide re-launched

Saïd Business School granted planning permission to develop Osney Power Station

Another award for the Beecroft

Major land purchase at Churchill

People & Partnerships

Colleges to join University Access Guide

New Shift Supervisor at Security Services

Security

Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Events & Achievements

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

Repairs & Maintenance

Work with us to make your server room more energy-efficient

Old Boys High School Cupola restored

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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