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USS pensions consultation
The consultation process on the proposed changes to USS affecting both current and eligible members ends on 22 December 2010. To understand the proposed changes and participate in the consultation process, go to http://www.ussconsultation.co.uk/. Details can also be found on http://forstaff.leeds.ac.uk/homepage/67/pensions
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12 days of fitness at The Edge
For 12 days in December get full access to all the fitness facilities, including a 200-station fitness suite, 25m eight-lane pool, extensive class programme, climbing wall, café and much more. To book your 12 days, simply email edgemembership@leeds.ac.uk or call the Sales and Marketing team on 0113 343 7406.
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Bad weather arrangements
During periods of bad weather, or other force majeure, staff should make every effort to attend work. However, members of staff will have to make their own professional decisions on what is possible.
For more information see http://goo.gl/FeExn
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Christmas e-card
This year's University Christmas cards are now available to order and for the first time an e-card is also available.
For more information see http://goo.gl/cKT10
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Leeds team wins THE Award
A Leeds team led by Professor Andy McIntosh (Faculty of Engineering) has won the THE's Outstanding Contribution to Innovation and Technology Award.
For details see http://goo.gl/9lo8i
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Impact magazine online
The University's research and innovation magazine 'Impact' is now available online.
This issue looks at the latest techniques for targeting cancer, how Leeds research drives the low carbon economy and the challenge of providing global food security.
To download a copy visit the Impact website at http://www.leeds.ac.uk/impact/
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Royal Mail last posting dates from Christmas
A complete list of last posting dates for mail and packages is now available on the Royal Mail website.
View all dates at http://www2.royalmail.com/greetings
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Royal wedding bank holiday
The wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton on Friday 29 April 2011 will be marked by a public holiday. The University will therefore be closed on that day and on Monday 2 May for the May Day bank holiday.
Send your story or comments on the For Staff website to the Communications team, email internalcomms@leeds.ac.uk or call extension 38562