The nation is spending more time and money on physical fitness compared to their mental wellbeing, new research has found. Brits on average are spending £63.85 and eight hours and 38 minutes of their time each month on physical activities such as training at the gym, swimming and cycling. The study by Forest Holidays discovered […]
Brits are not being honest when it comes to their salary, with 17 per cent telling others that they earn more to seem wealthier. Research of 1,000 workers carried out by loan broker Norton Finance, found that 34 per cent of those who lie did so to give others the idea that they earned as […]
Brits are becoming much more sensible and are losing their carefree attitude towards life at the age of 34, new research has found. According to the 2,000 adults who were surveyed, two in five believe that their taste for adventure has calmed down over time, while half revealed they are more aware of their physically […]
Merlin Events is bringing back the London Dungeon Lates evening for 2018, following the success of the experience this year. The incentive from the Merlin team will give event buyers something unique by offering a journey through the streets of London’s past. On arrival, guests will be treated to a cocktail before they meet characters […]
The festive season could prove costly for many partygoers this year, with employees set to splash out £150.28 on their office Christmas party. In preparation for the annual celebration, workers have revealed they are willing to spend an average of £53 on a new outfit and shoes, and £34 on food and drinks at the […]
Office workers may not be able to enjoy the festive break, with new research revealing one third expect to log on to work and check emails on Christmas Day. The research, which was carried out by TLF Research for tech firm eShare, found that 20 per cent of those interviewed said they will log on […]
Around one fifth of corporate travel buyers increased their use of serviced apartment suppliers during 2017. According to a recent poll carried out by PA Life’s media partner the Business Travel Show and the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP), a similar number of buyers directed more spend to budget hotels, while over a third […]
Karen Holden, solicitor and founder of A City Law Firm, details her tips for employees facing harassment in the workplace. Further allegations have emerged about sexual harassment cases in Hollywood. Each of the alleged perpetrators (Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey, Brett Ratner and Jeremy Piven to name a few), have seemingly exploited their status and position […]
Workers could face a massive hidden cost this Christmas, with employees set to face a bill of over £200 to get home from their Christmas do. easyHotel has analysed the post-party experience, which found that many revellers fall asleep using public transport, lose valuables, damage their clothes and end up paying for late night long […]
With just over a month until Christmas Day arrives, new figures have revealed that a quarter of Brits find the festive day more stressful than divorce. According to figures found by Zeek, a giftcard retailer, 15 per cent cited that Christmas is worse than moving house, while one in ten revealed it is more stressful […]
One in five Brits have admitted that they put off dealing with problems until it’s ‘too late’. New research, commissioned by ColdZyme Mouth Spray, found that 44% interviewed admitted that they only take notice when it’s too late to do anything about it. Similarly, 87% admitted to burying their heads in the sand and ending […]
Before you turn in for another week, don’t forget to check out our brand new Christmas Top Picks segment as we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. Leaked Tory dossier alleges staff misconduct A leaked political document being described as Parliament’s ‘dirty dossier’ has published […]
‘Our visitors are time-stretched professionals, always looking for ways to maximise their productivity. We’re launching the breakfast sessions to support them in optimising their visit to office,’ says office*’s Duncan Siegle. Guests attending next year’s office* event will get the chance to take part in new breakfast seminars every day. Kicking off at 8.30am, each […]
The showcase offered guests the chance to check out the collection’s mix of 35 venues. Westminster Venue Collection enjoyed a spooky showcase last week, where over 200 event planners got the chance to meet its mix of 35 venues, alongside some ghoulish trick or treat fun. The showcase, which was held at One Great George […]
The expo has witnessed record growth in visitors and is seeing a continued rise in attendance. Confex 2018 is set to enjoy the highest number of corporate businesses and brand visitors in the show’s history. 2017’s show witnessed record growth in visitors and is seeing a continued rise in attendance, as well as pre-registration for […]
Opinium Research cited that 58% of women who had experienced sexual harassment did not report it to their company. With sexual harassment reports dominating the news in the UK following the Harvey Weinstein scandal, Opinium Research has detailed its Britain at Work series. The data revealed that 20% of women have reported sexual harassment in […]
A new report from Staples Solutions has revealed that co-working spaces have led to better productivity and interactions between employees. Colleagues working in co-working spaces are more motivated in the workplace and have more positive interactions with others, claims a report. According to Staples Solutions, a new report dubbed Collaboration Generation: The Rise of Millennials […]
Its new service will allow the company to eliminate currency risk in its booking process. Global apartment provider, SITU, has detailed its new service to allow customers to lock in long-lead prices on overseas serviced apartments. Designed to give clients certainty on long-lead prices, PAs, multi-national insurers, travel management companies and more will be able […]
