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Virtual Public Consultation for the Institute of Global Health building

Virtual consultation for the Institute of Global Health building at Old Road Campus

18 February 2021

External visual of the Life and Mind Building

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Life and Mind Building granted planning consent

Oxford City Council has granted planning permission for the University of Oxford’s largest ever building project,...

Oxford City Council has granted planning permission for the University of Oxford’s largest ever building project, the Life and Mind Building.

26 January 2021

Artist's impression of the University's new Biochemistry building, currently under construction

Work finishes on completion of Biochemistry building

The newest building in the Science Area was handed over on 13 January 2021, following agreement by the Project...

The newest building in the Science Area was handed over on 13 January 2021, following agreement by the Project Board that the work on the building's second phase has now reached...

The newest building in the Science Area was handed over on 13 January 2021, following agreement by the Project Board that the work on the building's second phase has now reached the milestone of Practical ...

25 January 2021

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New Guide to Capital Building Projects launched

The Capital Projects team has launched a new version of the Guide to Capital Building Projects.

17 November 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'

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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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New security control room at Old Road Campus

The Security Services team are set to open a new control room at Old Road Campus, after recently taking ownership...

The Security Services team are set to open a new control room at Old Road Campus, after recently taking ownership of space in the newly-completed Innovation Building.

26 October 2018

University’s emergency procedures perform well in exercise

Over summer 2018, Security Services took part in a major exercise to test its ability to respond to a major simulated...

Over summer 2018, Security Services took part in a major exercise to test its ability to respond to a major simulated crisis.

18 October 2018

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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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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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New DLO emergency call-out system on the way

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) is preparing to launch a new system for emergency call-outs after recently...

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) is preparing to launch a new system for emergency call-outs after recently gaining approval from senior Estates Services management.

27 October 2020

Photograph of Bodleian Library ticket office after renovations

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Old Bodleian ticket office renovated

Estates Services staff recently finished refurbishing the ticket kiosk at the Catte Street entrance to the Old...

Estates Services staff recently finished refurbishing the ticket kiosk at the Catte Street entrance to the Old Bodleian’s main quad.

5 March 2020

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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

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

Virtual Public Consultation for the Institute of Global Health building

Life and Mind Building granted planning consent

Work finishes on completion of Biochemistry building

New Guide to Capital Building Projects launched

People & Partnerships

Wytham Woods involvement in UK-wide genome project confirmed

Share your views on Connecting Oxford

Security

New security control room at Old Road Campus

University’s emergency procedures perform well in exercise

Events & Achievements

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

Repairs & Maintenance

New DLO emergency call-out system on the way

Old Bodleian ticket office renovated

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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