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

Landscape photo of the modern glass-fronted Beecroft building with a large tre in the foreground

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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Easit rail discounts will end in March

15% discount will no longer be available after GWR announces its withdrawal from the scheme.

21 January 2020

Photo of ash trees in canopy of Wytham Woods, taken from ground level.

Oxford University Innovation planting a tree at Wytham for every spinout

25 new trees have been planted so far - around 11% of the total...

15 January 2020

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Photo of cyclists with bike lights on a road in the dark

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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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

Photo of plants inside a greenhouse with heat lighting above

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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Photo of the front entrance of the Dyson Perrins building after renovation

Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished...

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished in early February.

13 February 2020

Photo of the exterior of the History of Science Museum lit up at night

New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum...

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum staff to install...

13 February 2020

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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

Photo of various electric vans parked together

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

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

Easit rail discounts will end in March

Oxford University Innovation planting a tree at Wytham for every spinout

Security

Check your bike lights

Security Services promotes safe cycling to staff and students

Events & Achievements

Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

Repairs & Maintenance

Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

New bannister added to History of Science Museum

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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