Estates Services News

Proposed Life and Mind Building - Exterior image

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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Colleges to join University Access Guide

Buildings in colleges are being added to the University’s Access Guide, which provides information on how accessible...

Buildings in colleges are being added to the University’s Access Guide, which provides information on how accessible buildings across...

13 February 2020

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New Shift Supervisor at Security Services

Mark Curtis has been promoted to Shift Supervisor at Security Services.

11 February 2020

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Check your bike lights

Cyclists need to have working bike lights when riding in the dark.

6 November 2019

Photo of Security Services staff on the pop-up stand in Radcliffe Square, promoting cycle safety and security.

Security Services promotes safe cycling to staff and students

Security Services staff held a pop-up event in Radcliffe Square in early October to promote safe...

14 October 2019

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

Further growth for public Science Transit Shuttle

The Science Transit Shuttle has continued to grow strongly since it was relaunched as a public bus service last...

The Science Transit Shuttle has continued to grow strongly since it was relaunched as a public bus service last year.

17 February 2020

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University supports proposals for first phase of Zero Emission Zone

Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council are proposing to implement the first stage of Oxford’s Zero...

Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council are proposing to implement the first stage of Oxford’s Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ), the Red Zone, in December 2020.

17 February 2020

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Flushes replaced in Andrew Wiles building

Work by the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) has prevented significant wastage of water at the Andrew Wiles Bu...

Work by the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) has prevented significant wastage of water at the Andrew Wiles Building.

19 July 2019

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Sheldonian cupola and windows renovated

In April and May, Conservation & Buildings staff and contractors completed periodic maintenance to the cupola...

In April and May, Conservation & Buildings staff and contractors completed periodic maintenance to the cupola and windows of the Sheldonian.

19 July 2019

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FM team restructured

The Strategic Facilities Management team has been restructured into four business units.

5 July 2019

42 Park End Street after sociology moved in

42 Park End Street now in operation

The Department of Sociology has now moved into its new premises at 42 Park End Street following the completion...

The Department of Sociology has now moved into its new premises at 42 Park End Street following the completion of the project to refurbish the former nightclub.

2 July 2019

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E-fleet event promotes electric vehicles

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about...

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about how electric vehicles can help the University prepare for the introduction...

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about how electric vehicles can help the University prepare for the introduction of the Zero Emission Zone...

2 July 2019

New ultra-efficient freezers slash emissions

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature...

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers in labs all over the University with highly efficient...

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers in labs all over the University with highly efficient new models.

6 June 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

Colleges to join University Access Guide

New Shift Supervisor at Security Services

Security

Check your bike lights

Security Services promotes safe cycling to staff and students

Events & Achievements

Further growth for public Science Transit Shuttle

University supports proposals for first phase of Zero Emission Zone

Repairs & Maintenance

Flushes replaced in Andrew Wiles building

Sheldonian cupola and windows renovated

Facilities & Services

FM team restructured

42 Park End Street now in operation

E-fleet event promotes electric vehicles

New ultra-efficient freezers slash emissions

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