Greengage Travel and Event Solutions has launched the ECOsmart Hotels & Venues Directory, showcasing hand-picked properties across the UK that demonstrate an eco-friendly approach. The programme is designed to make it easier for event organisers and corporate travellers looking for greener meeting or accommodation options. Andrew Perolls, CEO of Greengage Travel & Event Solutions, feels […]

Blue Monday, which took place on Monday, is a timely reminder to protect our mental health at the start of a new year, which can only be helpful, according to RedArc. With that in mind, Alison Simmons, Senior Mental Health Nurse from RedArc has put together seven self-care tips for lifting employees’ mood during the […]

Contemplating travelling in the near future? What can you expect when you venture out to an airport, train station, or hotel? How will the COVID-19 vaccine impact traveller requirements? We spoke to Marilyn Markham, Head of the Salesforce Centre of Excellence at American Express Global Business Travel (GBT), about what you need to consider when […]

Recently the news has been filled with venues offering their facilities to the NHS. In England, COVID-19 vaccines are being delivered from 206 hospital hubs, 1,200 local vaccination service sites and 50 vaccination centres located in large-scale venues, such as football stadiums. Here are just some of the venues who have opened their doors: Hampshire Court […]

Today, PA Life teamed up with Arctic Fox Events to bring PA Life Club members and readers an exciting virtual day at the races. Taking place during lunchtime, this engaging experience gave attendees the chance to boost their virtual funds through competition and placing bets on their favourite horses. Hosted by Blue Hat Team Building, experts in […]

Venues of Excellence announce to members two new partners who have joined the Preferred Partner Programme in 2021. Mayan Furniture was first introduced to the Venues of Excellence Members when they exhibited at the annual conference in 2020. Members were really impressed by the team and the bespoke nature of their contract furniture which is […]

Employees are at greater risk than ever of suffering burnout meaning preventative and curative measures must be put in place. “Employers must look at tackling burnout in a sustainable way, eradicating the factors and issues before they take hold,” says Debra Clark, head of specialist at Towergate Health & Protection. “The past year has been […]

The digital change brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic has changed companies’ adoption of technology and transformed business and the way we work forever.  Plandisc, the world’s first digital and interactive circular planning tool, reports a 45% increase in users relying on Plandisc’s tool for 2021 across December 2020 and January 2021 compared to the […]

With most of the country on strict lockdown and no prospect of returning to the office any time soon, 2021 is playing out like much of last year. People all over the country are understandably frustrated and tired. With uncertainty around the future and remote working continuing for most, staying motivated at work is crucial […]

Warwick Conferences has been commended for its ‘outstanding approach to sustainability’ after achieving the prestigious ECOSmart Gold Status by Greengage Solutions. Receiving the gold award, Warwick Conferences demonstrated high standards of environmental sustainability. ECOSmart Gold Status is an industry standard accreditation, awarded to hotels and meeting venues that can demonstrate an eco-friendly approach in five […]

Often after the excitement of Christmas and celebrating the start of the New Year, the January Blues kick in. This year, with the national lockdown and the new pressures this brings, it has been even tougher. So, looking after your mental health has never been more important. Blue Monday, thought to be the most depressing […]

Experience Oxfordshire Venues will be attending this year’s virtual MeetEngland event to promote Oxfordshire as a destination for business visits and events. Taking place on the 9th and 11th February 2021, MeetEngland Virtual is bringing together international buyers to connect online with destinations to discover the high-quality business events offer across England. MeetEngland Virtual is […]

Helping to keep the wheels of business turning, technology has become vital in these challenging times. From Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Nifty and Otter.ai, we are all looking for ways to increase our productivity through technology and that is way PA Life has launched ‘App of the month’. Plandisc, is the world’s first digital […]

As the admin and business support services sector continues to rise, one Northamptonshire virtual assistant is proving that business start-ups can still succeed in the changing landscape. Sarah Damani, from Wellingborough, recently celebrated her first business birthday having launched her Alchemy Virtual Assistance (VA) Hub in December 2019, three months before the pandemic when high business birth […]

Work from home Brits have had to put up with 22 per cent of the video calls they do freezing, and 15 per cent cutting out altogether – because of bad Wi-Fi, a study has found. Research polling 2,000 adults found they have done an average of five video calls a week since the start […]

Launched last year, PERSY London Limited is London’s first APP for an all electric black taxi service. Dedicated to offering a high-quality professional service, all drivers are qualified with London’s “knowledge”, CRB checked and have LEVC TXE Electric six-seater taxis. PERSY London’s green credentials are in line with the LEVC TXE taxi that the drivers use (electric only), […]

At the PA Life Star Awards, Romy Ashmore was awarded Multi-Tasker of the Year 2020. Romy is an Executive Assistant at RM Results and in March 2019 was offered the opportunity to undertake training to become a mental health and well-being champion. PA Life spoke with Romy to find out more about her experience and how she felt […]

PA Life has teamed up with Arctic Fox Events and Escape Team Events to bring you Rogue Agent. Escape Team Events is part of a multi award-winning company which specialises in creating physical and virtual events for clients across the world to suit a variety of needs. Taking place on Thursday 4th February at 2:30pm, […]