On Thursday 9 October 2025, The PA Show Autumn returns to Old Billingsgate, London, for its boutique one-day edition, dedicated to connecting EAs, PAs, VAs, and Office Managers with the suppliers and solutions they need to drive business efficiency. As part of the UK’s leading event series for the executive support profession, The PA Show […]

If you’re looking for a venue that combines architectural grandeur, a central London location, and an exceptional dining experience, Lasdun is a name to know. Located within the National Theatre on London’s iconic South Bank, Lasdun offers a striking setting for intimate private dinners, large-scale celebrations and everything in between.   Flexible spaces for every occasion […]

Oh what a night! PA Life Club fam trip took us to the hottest show in town – Magic Mike Live at Hippodrome in London. 15 of our Club members started their evening at the cosy yet blush Permission Bar, conveniently located near the show stage within the vast entertainment venue. We were met by […]

As we dive into a new quarter, it’s the perfect time to evaluate routines and revitalise your workday. Many of us fall into predictable patterns that stifle creativity and productivity. A fresh approach can reignite our motivation and enhance our performance. Main image by Gustavo Fring on Pexels Adapting our routines not only keeps our […]

New national survey reveals that delegates love great food and networking – but hate jargon and travel woes at corporate events. Casa Hotel’s recent survey into what delegates love and hate about corporate events is an invaluable insight for EAs, PAs and other event organisers and managers. The publication of the results marks also 15 […]

One lucky PA Life reader will win one-of-a-kind afternoon tea experience with the Classic Afternoon Tea Bus London Sightseeing Tour by Brigit’s Bakery. The vintage double-decker Routemaster London bus will take you on an unforgettable journey around Central London. Whilst you are taking in the iconic landmarks and the the history of the city, as […]

Welcome to the age of convenience, where the world is at our fingertips, and with a strong Wi-Fi signal, work can happen from just about anywhere. But as technology gives us this constant accessibility, it also brings with it a growing concern: are we blurring the lines between business and leisure so much that we’re […]

Sophie Knight, Managing Director, VenueScanner for Business spends every day working alongside PAs and EAs who are tasked with making their companies’ events happen. They are often the unsung heroes of corporate life – the people who turn a vague request into a team social, a client dinner, or a global company offsite. “Despite the […]

Nestled in the beating heart of Covent Garden, The Conduit has emerged as a purpose-driven venue that merges elegance, sustainability, and versatility to create memorable conference experiences… Housed in a striking five-story building, The Conduit provides a collection of thoughtfully curated spaces, from the expansive Forum to intimate Nobel Rooms designed to foster productivity & […]

VEGA, the popular top-floor bar and restaurant at YOTEL Glasgow, has undergone a major refurbishment, unveiling a bold and vibrant new look along with the launch of one of the city’s most distinctive nightlife experiences – the ‘U-Bar’.  The refurbishment features a redesigned layout, modern furnishings, bold new lighting – an updated interior aesthetic that […]

De Vere has a great deal to smile about after raising an incredible £100k for charity at its inaugural Gala Dinner. The midsummer-themed ball was held at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden in July. The London venue is one of the historic mansion house estates and distinctive contemporary hotels and event destinations […]

In the PA Life Autumn 2025 Issue’s Spotlight on the Midlands feature, we hear from Gail Tomlinson-Short, Head of Business Development at Warwick Conferences about what drives corporate events at the moment and why her venue is an exceptional choice…  How long have you been at Warwick Conferences and what do you most enjoy about […]

Stress and anxiety comprised 49% of all the mental health referrals to RedArc over the past 5 years (2020-2024), making them the most common mental health conditions requiring its specialist mental health nurse support. RedArc suggests that the terms ‘stress’ and ‘anxiety’ are often used quite casually in everyday conversation, which can often lead to their […]

In this second half of our PA’s guide to corporate Christmas parties, we bring you even more venue choices from impressive dining rooms to iconic stadiums, and everything in between. The Christmas party guide is also featured in PA Life Autumn 2025 Issue. Take a look at the fantastic venues we included in the first […]

PA Life autumn issue spotlight feature looks at some of the best venues in the Midlands. Discover why the Midlands is fast becoming the UK’s smart choice for corporate events, meetings, and conferences… Strategically located at the heart of the UK, the Midlands is emerging as a go-to region for corporate events and conferences – […]

As artificial intelligence, AI, is utilised more and more, it’s fast reshaping workplace dynamics too, leaving no industry or sector untouched. Tech pioneer Dhiraj Mukherjee, on behalf of JLA Speakers, bring us a warning about traditional leadership models adopted by professional associations. These are simply not adequate anymore in reacting and anticipating change fast enough… […]

Does everything happen under “one roof” nowadays? Well, a rise in self-employment, sole-tradership and freelancing within both the UK and global landscape would suggest not. In this article, Angelica Stevenson, founder of BLAINE CRM explores why this is and how the rise of Virtual Assistants or “VAs” has taken the global market by storm. “I […]

The UK jobs market has seen the significant down turn in jobs advertised and vacancies filled compared to a year ago. Many factors are at play, including skills shortages in certain sectors. As workforces shrink at an unprecedented pace, many employees are finding it increasingly difficult to strike a healthy work-life balance. In fact, 85% […]