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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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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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New carbon target commits University to halving emissions from their peak

The University has launched an ambitious new target on carbon emissions; it is now committed to reducing them by...

The University has launched an ambitious new target on carbon emissions; it is now committed to reducing them by 50% from their peak by 2030.

28 June 2019

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Tomorrow's Oxford Heads appear on Broad Street

New sculpted heads recently appeared outside the Museum of the History of Science – the result of the ‘Tomorrow’s...

New sculpted heads recently appeared outside the Museum of the History of Science – the result of the ‘Tomorrow’s Oxford Heads’ project, a temporary art installation taking...

New sculpted heads recently appeared outside the Museum of the History of Science – the result of the ‘Tomorrow’s Oxford Heads’ project, a temporary art installation taking place between 17 June and 21 ...

10 June 2019

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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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Wytham Chalet available for room bookings

The Wytham Chalet is a unique venue in the heart of Wytham Woods, and it can be hired for meetings, seminars, training...

The Wytham Chalet is a unique venue in the heart of Wytham Woods, and it can be hired for meetings, seminars, training sessions, away days or other events.

14 February 2020

Photo of the newly installed bike racks at Wytham Woods

Wytham foresters make landscape improvements over winter

The team of foresters working at Wytham Woods have spent the last few months making various long-term improvements...

The team of foresters working at Wytham Woods have spent the last few months making various long-term improvements to the landscape there.

14 February 2020

Fresh new look for OUEV

Oxford University Event Venues rebrands to underscore range of venues available...

14 January 2020

compass team accepts the sugar smart golden teaspoon award

University caterer wins sugar-reduction award

Compass Group, the University’s central catering contractor, has received a golden teaspoon award...

25 November 2019

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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

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

New carbon target commits University to halving emissions from their peak

Tomorrow's Oxford Heads appear on Broad Street

Repairs & Maintenance

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

ROQ fountain restored

Facilities & Services

Wytham Chalet available for room bookings

Wytham foresters make landscape improvements over winter

Fresh new look for OUEV

University caterer wins sugar-reduction award

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