As the UK prepares for restrictions to ease, returning back to the workplace is on the minds of many employers. However, many employees aren’t willing to return back so easily. A survey of 1,022 UK workers, carried out by HR software provider CIPHR, has revealed that nearly three quarters (73%) of UK workers would accept a reduction […]

Recovery from Long Covid symptoms could be more prolonged if employees are not supported, according to RedArc Nurses. And the organisation is encouraging employers to ensure any staff who are suffering get the right support and are not left to cope alone. As is becoming evident, Long Covid is not a static condition – it can cause a range of changing neurological, psychiatric and physical symptoms of which there are now over 50 reported. Many areas of the body can be […]

With Government advice to work from home expected to relax next month, London businesses appear to be keen but cautious when it comes to getting employees back into the office, new research from Addison Lee has found. In particular, concerns around the safety of employees appear to be driving a flexible approach for returning to […]

It’s just a week until the PA Show takes place, and this year’s event looks set to provide PAs, EAs and VAs with more learning and networking opportunities than ever before. The show takes place on June 22nd and 23rd at ExCeL, London and features a conference programme and exhibition. Register to take advantage of […]

The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has had an “outstanding year” providing “real value to members”, despite the most challenging environment the sector has ever faced. Proudly recalling the successes of the year, which have seen the mia retain 91.54% of its members, Chair Steve Jones said at the association’s AGM: “I believe the membership levels have held […]

As the nation plans to return to the office over the coming weeks, some employees will be coming face-to-face again with their workplace crush. Here SoapHub reveals what you should consider – before telling them how you feel… Read your contract First things first, read your contract.  It is somewhat common practice to initially skim […]

Offices are readying themselves for staff to return, but during lockdown many people adopted a dog. With the term ‘can I take my pet to work?’ having seen a massive uplift in online searches, My Pet Needs That has revealed the five benefits of becoming a dog-friendly offices – and how they may become the […]

As a result of the pandemic, there has been an explosion in the number of employees working from home, with many of those based at home for the first time in their careers. As a consequence, there will be many people who are unaware that they may be entitled to claim tax relief for their […]

People forced to work from home during the pandemic lockdown have suffered feelings of anxiety and isolation, with many reporting fatigue, disturbed sleep and lack of focus, according to the findings of a new report. The survey of how Covid has affected the world of work also reveals that working from home has led to […]

Meeting and event planners aged 30 and under now have until Friday May 28th to submit their entries for Tomorrow’s Talent, The Meetings Show initiative designed to champion the industry’s up-and-coming stars. The programme, run in partnership with M&IT and sponsored by London & Partners, will shine a spotlight on exceptional young talent within the industry and help to nurture and support the leaders of the future. […]

Advice by Kate Palmer, HR Advice Director at Peninsula… Pet ownership in the UK has exploded during the pandemic, with 3.2 million households getting a new pet during lockdown. According to data from the Pet Food Manufacturers association, over half of new owners are in the younger age bracket, with 59% under 34 which means […]

The PA Show is the most important gathering of Executive Support Professionals in the UK, bringing together 1,000s+ of the community under one roof on June 22nd-23rd at ExCeL, London. The expo and conference will see the community gather in a Covid-safe environment for access to a wealth of CPD accredited training and premium suppliers […]

Dining cruise experience, Bateaux London, has reopened its doors and launched its new waterfront bar, The Pier. Bateaux London offers evening cruises for diners on Friday and Saturday, as well as Sunday afternoon roast dinners, accompanied by live jazz music. The venue also provides hospitality for weddings, corporate events and private celebrations. Guests will board […]

By Barry O’Donnell, Chief Operating Officer at IT services specialist TSG… For many businesses, remote working has become a normal practice. Working away from the office had been on the rise for the past few years, but many organisations were pushed to begin embracing it from March 2020. Since then, businesses have solved teething issues […]

With the pandemic causing such a tumultuous year, mental health has suffered as a result. Packaging retailer RAJA discovered that 35% of Brits found decluttering their home to be a therapeutic experience. Tips to declutter your digital devices With more time on our hands, our screen times will inevitably go up as we attempt to keep […]

PA Life has teamed up with our friends at the Global PA Association to offer readers 10 per cent off two upcoming training courses. Project Management Skills for Executive Assistants Taking place every Wednesday from May 26th until June 16th, from 1pm-2pm, this four-week module programme is ILM accredited and CPD certified. It will cover:- […]

If you were hired just before, or over lockdown, you may have never actually met your new colleagues face-to-face. So, post June 21st, how do you slot into a workplace where you are neither new nor old? Starting work during lockdown was a mixed bag. On the one hand you got to work from home, […]

Are you planning to return to an office any time soon? With the Government’s work from home guidance set to end in England on June 21st, many businesses will be busy forming plans for what their workplaces might look like in the immediate future. The events of the past year or so have forced change […]