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Virtual public consultation - replacement of the Tinbergen Building

Due to the current situation, the University has arranged this virtual consultation to put forward the University’s...

Due to the current situation, the University has arranged this virtual consultation to put forward the University’s proposals for the redevelopment of the Tinbergen building into...

Due to the current situation, the University has arranged this virtual consultation to put forward the University’s proposals for the redevelopment of the Tinbergen building into a world-leading centre for Life...

4 June 2020

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Work begins on Kennedy Institute rooftop extension

Construction has started on a new rooftop extension at The Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology at Old Road Campu...

Construction has started on a new rooftop extension at The Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology at Old Road Campus.

27 May 2020

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Update on Oxfordshire Local Plans

Oxfordshire local authorities have been preparing Local Plans, which will set the long-term direction for planning...

Oxfordshire local authorities have been preparing Local Plans, which will set the long-term direction for planning in the county and provide the context within which all proposed developments...

Oxfordshire local authorities have been preparing Local Plans, which will set the long-term direction for planning in the county and provide the context within which all proposed developments will be assessed.

19 February 2020

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Parks gardeners works to improve Oxford’s landscape

University Parks gardeners are busy with their winter tasks, including seasonal pruning, weed removal, soil cultivation,...

University Parks gardeners are busy with their winter tasks, including seasonal pruning, weed removal, soil cultivation, mulching, removing moss and algae and cutting back grass ed...

University Parks gardeners are busy with their winter tasks, including seasonal pruning, weed removal, soil cultivation, mulching, removing moss and algae and cutting back grass edges.

17 February 2020

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Wytham Woods involvement in UK-wide genome project confirmed

Major initiative gets £9.4m of funding from the Wellcome Trust...

14 November 2019

Connecting Oxford graphic showing people travelling through Oxford city centre and the tagline 'Improving connectivity; Reducing congestions; Tackling pollution'

Share your views on Connecting Oxford

In September, the County Council launched Connecting Oxford, an ambitious set of proposals aimed at tackling congestion...

In September, the County Council launched Connecting Oxford, an ambitious set of proposals aimed at tackling congestion and improving public transport access to Oxford

6 November 2019

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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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DLO wins Apprentice Manager’s Special Award

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) won the Apprentice Manager’s Special Award at the University’s annual...

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) won the Apprentice Manager’s Special Award at the University’s annual Apprenticeship Expo & Awards event, held in March in the Sheldoni...

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) won the Apprentice Manager’s Special Award at the University’s annual Apprenticeship Expo & Awards event, held in March in the Sheldonian.

5 May 2020

Poster with a graphic of the Oxford skyline and the words 'Environmental Sustainability; Are we doing enough?; Strategy Consultation; 2 March - 14 April 2020'

Are we doing enough? Consultation launched on Environmental Sustainability Strategy

The University is seeking the input of students and staff on the draft of its new Environmental Sustainability...

The University is seeking the input of students and staff on the draft of its new Environmental Sustainability Strategy...

4 March 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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Photo of a Voi-branded red e-scooter parked in front of a house with a shark sculpture in the roof

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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

Virtual public consultation - replacement of the Tinbergen Building

Work begins on Kennedy Institute rooftop extension

Update on Oxfordshire Local Plans

Parks gardeners works to improve Oxford’s landscape

People & Partnerships

Wytham Woods involvement in UK-wide genome project confirmed

Share your views on Connecting Oxford

Security

Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Events & Achievements

DLO wins Apprentice Manager’s Special Award

Are we doing enough? Consultation launched on Environmental Sustainability Strategy

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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