Phishing alert – caution with unexpected SharePoint file shares
IT Services are aware of a recent increase in phishing emails across the sector, including some received by Loughborough colleagues.
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Update on the Loughborough Real Living Wage (LRLW) supplement and pay spine changes
As part of our commitment to People and Culture, including responding to themes raised through the staff experience survey, we are pleased to be able to share this update on the Loughborough Real Living Wage (LRLW) supplement and pay spine changes.
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Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) valuation
The 2025 LGPS triennial valuation has now been completed. If you are a member of the scheme, you may have noticed that the employer contribution rate has reduced from 25.8% to 12.4%. Please be assured, this change does not affect the value of your pension when you reach retirement.
Notice: SMS campaign from IT Services
IT Services are carrying out a review to refresh the contacts listed for the opt-in Emergency Text (SMS) Service, which is used to notify contacts in the event of a major systems outage.
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Aryan Sharma
We are incredibly sad to let you know that the Police believe that they have found the body of current student, Aryan Sharma, who was studying Robotics, Mechatronics, and Control Engineering. Many of you will be aware of the significant missing person investigation for Aryan which has received local and national press coverage. This is an incredibly difficult time for the whole university community.
Community Hub and Donations Fund Launch Event
On Wednesday 10 December, the University welcomed community organisations from across Charnwood to celebrate local partnerships and announce exciting new initiatives.
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ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Start-Ups showcase sustainability innovation at John Lewis Partnership HQ
Ten founders supported by LUinc., ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ’s business incubator, were invited to pitch their sustainability-driven innovations to senior leaders from the John Lewis Partnership (JLP) and Waitrose during a Sustainability Innovation Pitch Day at JLP’s Pimlico headquarters in London.
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Pollarding works on University Road
On Thursday 18 and Friday 19 December 2025, the Estates and Facilities Management team will be carrying out pollarding of eight Tilia cordata trees along University Road outside University House (Building 400).
New student accommodation development on campus
Construction of the new hall of residence near the Edward Herbert Building on the University’s East Midlands campus will begin on 5 January 2026.
REF 2029 Update: REF resumes criteria setting following pause
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) plays a vital role in ensuring accountability for public investment of research and assesses the quality and impact of UK research. It strengthens our global reputation, helps attract leading staff and students, and underpins a key funding stream.
Update on the Loughborough Real Living Wage (LRLW) supplement and pay spine changes
As part of our commitment to People and Culture, including responding to themes raised through the staff experience survey, we are pleased to be able to share this update on the Loughborough Real Living Wage (LRLW) supplement and pay spine changes.
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) valuation
The 2025 LGPS triennial valuation has now been completed. If you are a member of the scheme, you may have noticed that the employer contribution rate has reduced from 25.8% to 12.4%. Please be assured, this change does not affect the value of your pension when you reach retirement.
Notice: SMS campaign from IT Services
IT Services are carrying out a review to refresh the contacts listed for the opt-in Emergency Text (SMS) Service, which is used to notify contacts in the event of a major systems outage.
Aryan Sharma
We are incredibly sad to let you know that the Police believe that they have found the body of current student, Aryan Sharma, who was studying Robotics, Mechatronics, and Control Engineering. Many of you will be aware of the significant missing person investigation for Aryan which has received local and national press coverage. This is an incredibly difficult time for the whole university community.
Community Hub and Donations Fund Launch Event
On Wednesday 10 December, the University welcomed community organisations from across Charnwood to celebrate local partnerships and announce exciting new initiatives.
ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Start-Ups showcase sustainability innovation at John Lewis Partnership HQ
Ten founders supported by LUinc., ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ’s business incubator, were invited to pitch their sustainability-driven innovations to senior leaders from the John Lewis Partnership (JLP) and Waitrose during a Sustainability Innovation Pitch Day at JLP’s Pimlico headquarters in London.
Pollarding works on University Road
On Thursday 18 and Friday 19 December 2025, the Estates and Facilities Management team will be carrying out pollarding of eight Tilia cordata trees along University Road outside University House (Building 400).
New student accommodation development on campus
Construction of the new hall of residence near the Edward Herbert Building on the University’s East Midlands campus will begin on 5 January 2026.
REF 2029 Update: REF resumes criteria setting following pause
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) plays a vital role in ensuring accountability for public investment of research and assesses the quality and impact of UK research. It strengthens our global reputation, helps attract leading staff and students, and underpins a key funding stream.