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Mindful relaxation
Pausing to meditate can help to ground us and re-centre physically, emotionally and psychologically. Join a series of different guided mindful relaxations.
How did you feel on ‘Blue Monday’?
Following ‘Blue Monday’ this week, explore some tools, strategies and resources to help you deal with any experiences of low mood, negative thoughts or depression.
Critical worker status and childcare: Update
Updated DfE guidance clarifies which types of roles they consider may be prioritised for accessing school places. Find out more.
Additional annual leave for all staff at Easter 2021
In recognition of the significant level of support the staff community continues to give to meet the challenges the University continues to face, staff will receive a further four additional annual leave days this year.
National lockdown: Supporting staff, building access and more
Read a summary of the latest updates, including guidance from HR on supporting staff with childcare or caring responsibilities. You’ll also find practical information about campus building access, library access and car parking.
Working together on asymptomatic testing
As testing gets underway again this term, hear from some of the colleagues and medical students who help to make it all happen.
Second Covid-19 Staff Support Survey
Thank you to the 3042 members of staff who completed the second Covid-19 Staff Support Survey. We are currently collating the reports and will share these shortly. Your feedback will be instrumental in informing how we continue to adapt to face the challenges of this pandemic.
Professor Pam Thomas appointed to the Science and Technology Facilities Council
We are delighted to announce that Professor Pam Thomas (Pro-Vice-Chancellor - Research) has been appointed as a council member of the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC).
Professional Services Strategic Reform
Read an update on progress and next steps for the professional services strategic reform programme, intended to modernise and consolidate a range of professional service functions to make working with and within professional services easier.