Estates: Latest news
Temporary traffic management at the Gibbet Hill Road - Westwood Heath Road roundabout: Monday 10 to Friday 21 August
From Monday 10 August - Friday 21 August, temporary multi-way traffic signals will be in place near the Westwood Heath Road - Gibbet Hill Road roundabout while National Grid completes essential cable works. The westbound exit from the roundabout onto Westwood Heath Road will also be closed.
Please allow extra time for your journey and take care when travelling through the area.
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Permit Office Closure: May Bank Holiday 2026
Please note, The Permit Office will be closed for the May Bank Holiday on Monday 25 May 2026, reopening on Tuesday 26 May 2026.
If you require a permit for Monday 25 May or Tuesday 26 May, please ensure your request is submitted no later than 12 noon on Tuesday 19 May 2026.
Parking system issue
We have identified an issue that briefly affected the campus parking system following the May Bank Holiday. We would like to reassure you that this is currently being addressed by our parking supplier, APCOA.
Due to a system error, some staff who parked on campus on Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 May may have been charged the general tariff rather than the staff tariff. Any identified overpayments will be refunded to your original payment method within 3 to 5 working days.
Estates excellence recognised with double success at AUDE Awards
Two Estates teams have been recognised at the 2026 AUDE Awards. The Interior Design, Furniture & Equipment (IDFE) team earned bronze for the AUDE Reaching Higher Award, thanks to its innovative Furniture and Equipment Donation Initiative.
The Estates Information and Systems (EIS) team took home silver for AUDE鈥檚 Estates/Facilities Team Award, having led on several digital transformation projects that have reshaped how the University manages space, assets, maintenance and campus navigation.
Traffic lights on Westwood Heath Road: 11 May - 8 July
Multiway traffic lights will be in operation on Westwood Heath Road to facilitate National Grid works from Monday 11 May to Wednesday 8 July.
During this time, delays are expected, particularly at peak periods.
Please allow extra time for your journey during these works.
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