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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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Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

The Minor Capital Plan, first launched early in 2019, has been amended and received committee approval after the...

The Minor Capital Plan, first launched early in 2019, has been amended and received committee approval after the addition of several new projects over the last year.

19 February 2020

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Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

The rest of the grow lights in the greenhouses on top of the Plant Sciences building in the Science Area are being...

The rest of the grow lights in the greenhouses on top of the Plant Sciences building in the Science Area are being replaced with modern energy-efficient models.

19 February 2020

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Dartington House refurbishment planned

The University has received planning permission for proposed works at Dartington House.

14 February 2020

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Joiners work to improve the estate

The Joiners have been busy with a variety of projects around the collegiate University.

14 February 2020

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New water contract will bring better customer service

The University has signed a new water contract with Affinity for Business, in a move that is expected to transform...

The University has signed a new water contract with Affinity for Business, in a move that is expected to transform the service departments and other users receive.

18 July 2019

Harriet Waters, Head of Environmental Sustainability, tests the bike racks

New bike racks on the way

Environmental Sustainability staff led an expedition around the estate this spring to test the various kinds of...

Environmental Sustainability staff led an expedition around the estate this spring to test the various kinds of two-tier bike racks that have been installed so far.

17 July 2019

Wytham Woods helping sequence genome of every UK species

The Wytham team are taking part in an ambitious new effort to sequence the genomes of all UK species, after joining...

The Wytham team are taking part in an ambitious new effort to sequence the genomes of all UK species, after joining the Wellcome Trust-funded Darwin Tree of Life project.

12 July 2019

OxAir will shed new light on Oxford air pollution

A new project aims to create a network of sensors that will provide better information on the air pollution people...

A new project aims to create a network of sensors that will provide better information on the air pollution people are exposed to as they travel around Oxford, whether on foot, by bike...

A new project aims to create a network of sensors that will provide better information on the air pollution people are exposed to as they travel around Oxford, whether on foot, by bike or in cars and buses.

11 July 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

Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

Repairs & Maintenance

Dartington House refurbishment planned

Joiners work to improve the estate

Facilities & Services

New water contract will bring better customer service

New bike racks on the way

Wytham Woods helping sequence genome of every UK species

OxAir will shed new light on Oxford air pollution

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