Safety and security

The University’s Security team

The 50 plus in-house team is on hand 24/7 and strives to maintain a safe and secure environment across the University's sites. They provide:

security patrols, surveillance and emergency response for all University property
an extensive CCTV network
24-hour control room

In addition, Security Services offer a range of security equipment to help individuals protect themselves and their property, including high visibility vests, bike d-locks and personal attack alarms.
These items are available to purchase from the Security Office in Whiteknights House.

Important – put these contacts in your phone:

Emergency services (fire, ambulance, police): Telephone 999
University Security Services emergency control extension: Telephone 0118 378 6300
University Security Services (non-emergency): 0118 378 7799
Email: securitycontrol@reading.ac.uk
Health and Safety Services Telephone 0118 378 8888

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