Venues of Excellence, the consortium for conferences, training, meetings and events, has been acquired by Mandy Jennings, Director of Paje Consultancy. Jennings has been involved with Conference Centres of Excellence since 2015, leading the consortium and members through a major rebrand in 2016 to Venues of Excellence, growing the consortium membership and taking it from […]

In our on-going series of articles talking to venues and event companies about the road back to live events and meetings, we speak to the team at IET London: Savoy Place about their options for virtual, hybrid and ‘in-person’ events… When are you expecting your venue to open for events? We’re closely following the advice […]

As the UK government continues to lift lockdown restrictions, the workforce prepares to return to the office post June 21st.  It is without doubt that working from home has its perks although many are beginning to miss everyday office life.  Nevertheless, there are some social interactions that have become commonplace in the workplace that should […]

The workplace has an enormous influence on your physical and mental health. Companies now take steps to enhance the welfare of workers in recognition that poor wellbeing can create huge productivity and economic losses. As an employee, you can also contribute towards improving your comfort and health at the office in several ways. From proper posture and positioning of […]

Four in 10 ‘work from home’ Brits would like to pack their suitcases and do their job overseas, research has revealed. A survey of 1,000 people who have worked remotely during the pandemic found Spain is the top destination for working remotely, followed by Italy, the USA, Portugal and the Caribbean. Making up the top 10 locations […]

There are a limited number of places to attend the A-Livex event for free ths week. Organised by Mash Media, the company behind PA Show and International Confex, A-Livex was born out of the spirit of events itself, its resilience and its agility, but it’s also about testing new formats. The event takes on Thursday […]

Using room lights on different floors, this is the moment London hotels officially declared themselves ‘OPEN’ for all guests again. As the capital – and the country – begins to get back to normal life, Crowne Plaza London Docklands and Holiday Inn Kensington Forum celebrated being open for non-essential guests again from Monday. The four-letter […]

Warwick Conferences has achieved the ‘We’re Good to Go’ accreditation as it opens today (May 17th). Following the easing of restrictions, the venue is once again opening its indoor and outdoor facilities, welcoming back event organisers, delegates and staff. The accreditation demonstrates that the business is adhering to Government and Public Health Guidance. In line with this, […]

While the easing of lockdown will allow us to socialise in beer gardens and go shopping again, the easing is also bringing a return to the office, which is causing workers across the UK to feel commute anxiety. Dyer Mazda explains why the return to commuting is causing us such anxiety and offers tips to […]

UK workers aged 25-34 are most likely to expect more flexibility in their typical working week in a post COVID-19 world, according to research from flexible office specialists Workthere. Among 25-34 year-olds, 87% expect to have input on flexible working moving forward. This is a stark contrast to the older generation of employees, with less than […]

In our on-going series speaking to venues and event companies about the return of live events, we catch up with Kate Dean, Marketing Manager at 116 Pall Mall… When are you expecting your venue to open for events? We are currently already open for socially distanced meetings and intimate weddings, (as well as our lovely […]

Requests for annual leave have spiked five-fold since following the easing of restrictions, according to a new report. Data from global HR software and employment law advice firm, BrightHR has revealed a surge in annual leave requests submitted from workers in England, following the Prime Minister’s latest announcement that restrictions will be eased further on […]

In our on-going series speaking to venues and event companies about the return of live events, we catch up with Anna Fowler, Marketing & Events Manager at the Roehampton Venues… When are you expecting your venue to open for events? We have been open for small business meetings, overnight stays and on-site training, but we […]

New research shows that employees’ mental health is being affected by Covid and that this is having a knock-on effect on their working life. For Mental Health Awareness Week, Towergate Health & Protection urges employers to look after employees at all levels. Data from the Office For National Statistics shows that the proportion of adults […]

A third of office workers think people should have the vaccine and prove it before returning to the office – and a further 24% agree that people should have the vaccine, but don’t think you can ask for Covid vaccine certificates. That’s according to a survey by office property agents O&A Property, with the findings […]

By Barry O’Donnell, Chief Operating Officer at TSG… Most businesses will complete regular risk assessments as standard practice. They’re crucial to reducing the threat of financial or reputational loss and give you an overview of the high-risk areas you must address. One type of risk analysis that is critical but sometimes overlooked is a cybersecurity […]

Budgeting and planning for business travel is a challenge many companies face, but it’s certainly possible to improve your operation without cutting corners and compromising employee safety. The rules of travel are in constant flux, so your business can expect careful planning to take precedence over spontaneity. In this article, we explore the following ways […]

Half of Brits feel they have achieved the perfect balance in life – as lockdown has allowed them more time to do the things they love. A study of 2,000 adults who have been working from home found the global pandemic and lockdown restrictions has had a huge impact on work life balance for many – for the better. […]