ICC Wales has its aim pointing at international markets and strategic connections beyond the UK.  The recent news that ICC Wales joins IAPCO – the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers  – marks an important step in the venue’s continued commitment to excellence and collaboration within the global meetings and events industry. The partnership represents […]

With the 2026 Milano‑Cortina Winter Olympics (6-22 February) just around the corner, organisations are preparing to travel across Northern Italy for what promises to be a high-profile international event… As with any large-scale global sporting event, the Games will bring increased travel volumes, crowded venues and heightened security measures. The overall security environment is best […]

For PAs, EAs and event organisers, finding venues that balance reliability, accessibility and sustainability has never been more important. Radisson Hotel Group continues to be a trusted partner for business accommodation and meetings, offering nationwide coverage, flexible event spaces and a service-led approach that understands the realities of professional booking.  Our presence at The PA Show […]

Standing proudly on its own island in the heart of London, One Marylebone is a venue unlike any other. Originally built in 1826 and designed by the celebrated architect Sir John Soane, the former Holy Trinity Church is steeped in heritage, a legacy that continues to define its distinctive character today… Since its transformation into […]

Planning a standout corporate event can be an administrative burden for EAs and PAs – you’ve got budgets to juggle, deadlines to hit, and logistics to arrange with pinpoint precision. Cue a lot of stress, and time taken away from the tasks that truly matter. That’s where Travel Counsellors for Business come in with their […]

EAs and PAs are often described as the linchpins of an organisation, but the reality of the role is evolving faster than ever. The demands on Assistants are no longer just about diaries and meetings. You are expected to think ahead, anticipate challenges, influence outcomes, and support decision making at a strategic level. But how […]

The third edition of The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2026 on 14-15 April in Singapore is expected to exceed lats year in terms of meeting volume. The overall projected spend at the show is near USD250 million in 2026… Over half (52%) of event planners in Asia Pacific (APAC) expect to produce more meetings in 2026. […]

Raise a glass beneath the dome at St Stephen Walbrook, an unforgettable backdrop for summer drinks receptions in the heart of the City… St Stephen Walbrook, a place of inspiration, connection, and celebration, available to hire in the heart of London’s financial district. In the heart of the Square Mile, just a stone’s throw from […]

The recent 2026 Events Industry Report highlights big shifts in budgets, formats and guest expectations in the UK, indicating a move to purposes over volume of corporate events… Fewer corporate events but bigger spend per guest UK businesses are hosting fewer events, but spending more per guest as they prioritise purpose, quality and meaningful in-person […]

Social media has now overtaken email as the UK’s top scam channel, accounting for over a third (34%) of reported online scam incidents. Shockingly, Meta platforms are exposing users to a staggering 15 billion “high-risk” scam ads every single day, with these dodgy adverts generating roughly $7 billion in annualised revenue for the social media […]

As a Personal or Executive Assistant, you are your Principal’s first line of defence, trusted with their safety, privacy, and peace of mind. Westminster Security understands how important your role is and wants to support you with their security services… Westminster Security provides discreet, high-quality personal protection for global leaders, high-net-worth individuals, and their families. […]

Surrey Hills Enterprises will have its first ever presence at The PA Show Spring, taking place next to Confex at Excel London on 25-26 February. It’s the UK’s largest event where the business support community of EAs, PAs and Office Managers meet with the meetings and events industry suppliers as well as benefit from the […]

Royal Windsor Racecourse, part of YourVenue – the dedicated meetings and events division of Arena Racing Company (ARC) – has reported a significant year-on-year increase in outdoor event activity, fuelled by rising demand for experiential, festival-style corporate formats among event planners and public event promoters. 25% jump in outdoor events in 2025 In 2025, the […]

If you work as an EA or Office Manager in 2026, you will have noticed how far your responsibilities have expanded. You handle people operations, recruitment coordination and internal communication with the precision of a project lead. Yet many of the tools placed in front of you still belong to a different era. Spreadsheets dominate […]

The Clink Charity is proud to launch Catered by Clink, a new nationwide catering and bakery offering that delivers high-quality food while directly supporting the rehabilitation and training of people in prison and young people at risk of offending.  Through this new initiative, customers can enjoy beautifully prepared canapés, pastries and celebration cakes – knowing that every order contributes […]

PA Life is delighted to, once again, be a media partner of The PA Show Spring 2026, the UK’s largest event for the executive support profession. Returning to Excel London for two energising days on 25-26 February, the show brings together Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, Virtual Assistants, Office Managers and other business support professionals from […]

Vue, the UK’s number one cinema operator, is currently in the process of introducing EPIC to Vue Conferences & Events clients across its venues in the UK and Ireland. EPIC brings together next generation ‘HDR by BARCO’ laser projectors and three-dimensional Dolby Atmos sound on Vue’s biggest screens… EPIC is a premium large format screen […]

The business traveller checking into your property today looks very different from the one who arrived 10 or even five years ago – and corporate offerings need to adapt to the new market. Nicola Wood-Hill, Head of Sales at BWH Hotels GB discusses the generation effect on corporate travel today… Younger professionals now make up […]