Estates Services News

University Access Guide re-launched

The guide has been re-launched on the new Mosaic content management system. It is now more attractive and usable,...

The guide has been re-launched on the new Mosaic content management system. It is now more attractive and usable, making it far easier for users to find the information they need.

3 October 2019

Mockup image of Osney Power Station development

Saïd Business School granted planning permission to develop Osney Power Station

Oxford City Council has approved planning permission for the Saïd Business School to develop Osney Power Station...

Oxford City Council has approved planning permission for the Saïd Business School to develop Osney Power Station into a new residential teaching facility for the School.

26 September 2019

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Another award for the Beecroft

The Beecroft Building has secured yet another award, earlier this week winning the Gold Medal in the Higher Education...

The Beecroft Building has secured yet another award, earlier this week winning the Gold Medal in the Higher Education category of the Construction Manager of the Year awards.

20 September 2019

Major land purchase at Churchill

In March the University bought around 10 acres of land at the Churchill Hospital site from the Oxford University...

In March the University bought around 10 acres of land at the Churchill Hospital site from the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

19 July 2019

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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

Photo of a group of people in academic dress posing outside of the Sheldonian as part of Encaenia 2019

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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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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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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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

University Access Guide re-launched

Saïd Business School granted planning permission to develop Osney Power Station

Another award for the Beecroft

Major land purchase at Churchill

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

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

Repairs & Maintenance

Work with us to make your server room more energy-efficient

Old Boys High School Cupola 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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