Analysis of Google Search data by online salary calculator Income Tax UK has revealed a monumental shift in jobseekers’ preference in terms of their new job. Having the leverage of a near-record-low unemployment rate, professionals are looking at combining lifestyle, family, and career, enabled by the growing popularity of full remote jobs, and four-days work-week schemes. Remote jobs interest […]

The founder of Look Fabulous Forever, Tricia Cusden, has spoken about the discrimination older women face at work and has offered her advice on how to navigate the workplace. Having interviewed a selection of individuals, the key issues that came up amongst older women are: Finding work Holding onto a job Being compared to younger people […]

The Venues Collection has launched its ‘Meetings for Change’ day delegate rate (DDR) and a 24-hour delegate rate package to make it easy for event organisers to choose sustainable options for their meetings, training sessions and events. The packages focus on the recently launched Meetings for Change initiative, which is a five point charter focussing […]

London’s highest green oasis – Sky Garden – is back with its popular series of Morning Yoga classes with TruBe, running from April 5th throughout the summer. New for 2022, classes will be running six days a week, for those extra pre-work stretches as well as weekend workouts. Channel your inner Warriors, Cobras and Downward Dogs and kickstart the day 36 storeys above The City. Choose from […]

Nicolson Square Edinburgh, part of Central Hall Venues group, has launched a unique team building experience designed to take event delegates literally to the heart of the historic city in an escape room challenge. NSE has partnered with Escape The Past to bring event professionals an immersive team building experience called The Anatomist. Set in the […]

Global event production company Eclipse has reported a rapid return in consumer confidence, as it secures 30% of its pre-COVID annual business in February and March amidst an all-time high for business enquiries. Following a period in which events were heavily reliant upon virtual capabilities, the event specialists have welcomed the resurgence of in-person events […]

Ascot Racecourse will be working with more Michelin-starred chefs than ever before for its Royal Ascot 2022 corporate dining menus. This year’s confirmed ‘Chefs in Residence’ have an impressive accumulation of stars and an abundance of coveted accolades to offer a dining experience like never before. From fine dining à la carte menus to more […]

Emma Willis, Business Development Manager at Warwick Conferences, has been appointed as a board member for Academic Venue Solutions (AVS). Starting 2022 on a high, Willis will be joining the board of directors alongside a group of industry experts to lead and direct the organisation. A UK based not-for-profit marketing consortium, AVS connects event buyers […]

As the devastating impact of the war in Ukraine continues to flood the news, we are all looking for ways in which we can help those in need. Newly opened RAI in Fitzrovia will be showing its support for the #CookForUkraine campaign by donating all proceeds from a specially created limited edition four-course menu to UNICEF UK from March […]

Whittlebury Park is showcasing its corporate credentials with a day of activities for event planners. Corporate Organisers Day, which is taking place on March 29TH, will highlight the Northamptonshire-based hotel’s meeting and event space as well as opportunities to hire its 36-hole championship golf course, spa, and hundreds of acres of outdoor space. Marc Webster, Commercial […]

Popular London al fresco terrace, the Courtyard at Hush Mayfair, is back with a brand-new look to celebrate the arrival of spring (it is coming, we promise!). The Courtyard has been transformed, in partnership with ENGINE, the hand-crafted organic London dry gin. Designed to transport you on a ride through the rolling hills and ancient forests of […]

Studies have shown that 50% of us don’t get enough magnesium in our diet – and this can lead to tiredness and anxiety amongst a multitude of other things. Magnesium is an essential nutrient and is responsible for everything from supporting our muscles and nerve function to metabolism and energy production. In fact, it’s linked […]

Employee wellbeing platform and app Wellbees has launched in the UK. Recruitment and retention are key drivers for 2022 and employee wellbeing programmes have provided a competitive advantage to organisations to attract new talent. 70% of employees participating in Wellbees’ survey reported that one of the offerings they would look for in an organisation was […]

Moneypenny surveyed 1,000 UK office workers aged 18 and over on their attitudes towards switching jobs before Covid-19, during the pandemic and now as most regulations have been scrapped. The research revealed that 14% said they were planning to change their job before Covid-19 and have done so during the pandemic, with the youngest age […]

New research by Thoughtworks, a global technology consultancy, has found that around two thirds of women in the UK believe there is still a long way to go when it comes to a range of gender equality issues, from career prospects and personal development to parental support. In the week that marks International Women’s Day, […]

If you’re looking to ensure your meeting and events are more sustainable, a new solution has been launched to help. Greengage, an independent provider of advice and accreditation to the meetings and travel industry, has launched EVENTsmart, a carbon calculator for responsible meetings and events of all sizes. EVENTsmart is launched in response to demand […]

Lime Venue Portfolio has launched a new series of learning and networking meetings for event organisers – Lunch, Link & Learn. The aim is to give planners the chance to meet with other industry peers and to discuss topics and issues shared across the group. The first Lunch, Link & Learn event took place earlier […]

Cheryl McKown, Apprenticeship and Graduate Senior Manager for Bupa Global & UK  A tumultuous 24 months has led many people to think carefully about their careers and many are now looking for a change in career or a new role that will be fulfilling and rewarding.  New starters benefit businesses, as they bring fresh perspectives and […]