Estates Services News

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University leases Trajan House for occupation by Future of Humanity Institute and Global Priorities Institute

The University has taken a lease of Trajan House on Mill Street in Osney, alongside the Centre for Effective Altruism...

The University has taken a lease of Trajan House on Mill Street in Osney, alongside the Centre for Effective Altruism (CEA).

21 October 2020

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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Major milestone in Biochemistry completion

The completion of the Biochemistry building reached a symbolic milestone in early October, with the unification...

The completion of the Biochemistry building reached a symbolic milestone in early October, with the unification of the building’s two phases.

20 October 2020

CAPITAL PROJECTS UPDATE

Roundup of major projects

Details of the major building projects that the Capital Projects team within Estates Services have recently completed,...

Details of the major building projects that the Capital Projects team within Estates Services have recently completed, are currently managing or that are in the planning stages.

20 August 2020

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IDRM construction progresses well

Work continues at the Institute for Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus; at present...

Work continues at the Institute for Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus; at present the building's framework is being built, and procurement is underway...

Work continues at the Institute for Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus; at present the building's framework is being built, and procurement is underway on its external facade...

18 August 2020

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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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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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Security Services staff commended for superb response to medical emergency

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has formally commended several members of the Security...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has formally commended several members of the Security Services team for their response to a medical emergency in the University...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has formally commended several members of the Security Services team for their response to a medical emergency in the University Parks - a response that...

1 February 2021

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Help Security Services plan Christmas break service provision

The Security Services team are working to plan the services they will provide over the Christmas and New Year closure...

The Security Services team are working to plan the services they will provide over the Christmas and New Year closure period, and request that departments get in touch to tell them...

The Security Services team are working to plan the services they will provide over the Christmas and New Year closure period, and request that departments get in touch to tell them of their requirements.

11 November 2020

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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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New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

Two new suppliers of asbestos consultancy services have been named – Environmental Essentials and Lucion Ser...

Two new suppliers of asbestos consultancy services have been named – Environmental Essentials and Lucion Services.

14 February 2020

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ROQ fountain restored

The Triton fountain in the courtyard at the Woodstock Road entrance to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter has been...

The Triton fountain in the courtyard at the Woodstock Road entrance to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter has been fully renovated.

14 February 2020

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Have your say - Beyond Ordinary Cafe Survey

The Compass at Oxford team have created a short survey on the Beyond Ordinary Cafes in University buildings and...

The Compass at Oxford team have created a short survey on the Beyond Ordinary Cafes in University buildings and departments and would like your feedback.

4 May 2020

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University opens first meat-free cafe

The Tulip Tree Cafe at the Nuffield Department of Population Health on Old Road Campus has re-opened as the University’s...

The Tulip Tree Cafe at the Nuffield Department of Population Health on Old Road Campus has re-opened as the University’s first meat-free cafe.

10 March 2020

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Joiners move into FM and join Guild of Master Craftsmen

The Joiners have moved to a new part of Estates Services.

14 February 2020

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New buildings come under FM management

The Facilities Management (FM) team are managing the buildings for two new departmental customers.

14 February 2020

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Estates Services News

Buildings & Space

University leases Trajan House for occupation by Future of Humanity Institute and Global Priorities Institute

Major milestone in Biochemistry completion

Roundup of major projects

IDRM construction progresses well

People & Partnerships

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

Security

Security Services staff commended for superb response to medical emergency

Help Security Services plan Christmas break service provision

Events & Achievements

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

Repairs & Maintenance

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

ROQ fountain restored

Facilities & Services

Have your say - Beyond Ordinary Cafe Survey

University opens first meat-free cafe

Joiners move into FM and join Guild of Master Craftsmen

New buildings come under FM management

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