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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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Beecroft wins RIBA South and Building of Year Awards

The Beecroft building recently won a RIBA South Regional award and then went on to win the RIBA South Building...

The Beecroft building recently won a RIBA South Regional award and then went on to win the RIBA South Building of the Year Award, triumphing over 16 other projects.

5 June 2019

Capital Projects Team and others at the Oxfordshire Property Awards

Beecroft takes Project of the Year award

The Beecroft building last week won another award, this time for Project of the Year in the Oxfordshire Property...

The Beecroft building last week won another award, this time for Project of the Year in the Oxfordshire Property Festival Awards 2019

15 April 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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New recycling bins arrive in departmental cafes

Disposable cups can now be recycled at many Beyond Ordinary cafes...

25 October 2019

Joiners moving into FM

The University's team of joiners are moving into Facilities Management...

23 October 2019

Photo of ribbon-cutting ceremony at the entrance to the Science Area, to mark the launch of the new Science Transit Shuttle.

New Science Transit Shuttle formally launched

New service improves capacity, accessibility and ticketing options...

18 October 2019

University cafes and hospitality service get environmental accreditation

The cafes and hospitality service run by catering supplier Compass have been accredited by the Sustainable Restaurant...

The cafes and hospitality service run by catering supplier Compass have been accredited by the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA).

25 September 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

Beecroft wins RIBA South and Building of Year Awards

Beecroft takes Project of the Year award

Repairs & Maintenance

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

ROQ fountain restored

Facilities & Services

New recycling bins arrive in departmental cafes

Joiners moving into FM

New Science Transit Shuttle formally launched

University cafes and hospitality service get environmental accreditation

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