Workers across the UK still feel uncomfortable to talk about their salaries in the workplace. The attitudes are so embedded in the British work culture that it doesn’t feel right to open up about salaries. Research from job site Glassdoor found only 25% of employees felt comfortable discussing their pay with their boss, while only […]
In-person events are back! Make your next one stand out with the help of a magician. It’s been a rollercoaster two years for everyone in the events industry. Although Zoom calls and virtual events are still happening, things are getting back to normal with in-person events. If you want your event to be really memorable, […]
Hosting your corporate summer party in the heart of Westminster has been made even more appealing by Church House Westminster with their new London Gin and Afternoon Tea Jubilee Summer party packages. Church House is steeped in history making it a perfect venue for the vintage-themed summer party package this Jubilee inspired summer. The party […]
As corporate travel volumes return, business travel programmes have renewed focus on wellbeing and duty of care. TMCs can minimise organisational and personal risks to travellers, while helping reduce stress and anxiety levels on- the-move. Steve Banks, Chief Commercial Officer for Agiito, shares his tips to improve business traveller wellbeing for your organisation. 1. Know […]
The way we work is always evolving, and it makes sense that where and how we work would also change. Office working isn’t for everyone and there is a lot more to consider than only your morning commute. Enter collaborative technologies and with them, a boom in users per day by the millions. Companies are […]
The Guardsman Hotel welcomes PA Life Club members to view and experience the unique boutique hotel, that feels like a private members club. It’s located in the heart of Westminster, a short walk from Buckingham Palace. The Guardsman is designed for those who want the tailored, personal experience offered by a club, the flexibility and […]
116 Pall Mall are pulling out all the stops to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee just down the road from Buckingham Palace in true quintessential British style with a number of exciting events and offers over May and June. Jubilee afternoon tea – 28 May – 25 June With a series of treats and savouries […]
Enhancing the Meeting Experience and Celebrating Being Together In Person with Marriott Bonvoy Events Although restrictions have lifted and meetings and events have returned to ‘normal’, the new era of home working and virtual meetings has given less desire and less need for delegates to attend in person. In fact, speaking to top UK meeting […]
The second of our three Meet Ups hosted by Barrio Bars this year was on May 12th at Barrio Angel. It was hugely popular with 21 PA Life Club members attending. The evening in Angel was fantastic from start to finish. Shayne, the Group Sales and Events Manager, and his team were incredibly hospitable making […]
We’ve already hosted many fantastic Meet Up networking events for PA Life Club members this year – and we’re delighted to confirm we have a full schedule taking shape for the rest of 2022! Over 60 PAs and EAs got together in January for the first physical PA Life Meet Up since before the pandemic. […]
Our Time on Earth, a major exhibition opened on May 5th and runs until August 29th at the Barbican. It’s celebrating the power of global creativity to transform the conversation around the climate emergency. The launch comes shortly after the arts and conference centre announced it would be hosting the 2023 Ecocity World Summit; as […]
It’s now six months after COP26 and the COP President Alok Sharma has returned to Glasgow to deliver a warning about the climate emergency we are facing. Glasgow’s Scottish Event Campus once again welcomed COP President, The Rt Hon Alok Sharma MP, as he hosted an event with SEC Chief Executive Peter Duthie on Monday […]
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee is set to be a highlight on this year’s social calendar and you are invited to join in the party. We asked an experienced celebrity party organiser for her top Jubilee party ideas that you can still put into action and deliver a celebration to remember. Professional event planner client Liz […]
Business travel is back. And reports say it’s returning thicker and faster than expected. But so much has changed since Covid, that now is a really good time for EAs, PAs and other travel managers and bookers to review your business’s travel policy. Minimising risk There has always been an element of risk involved when […]
The Meetings Industry Association (mia) prepares to shine its annual spotlight on the sector’s finest talent at the 2022 miaList awards. The nominations are now open for both teams and individuals. Showcasing both inspirational individuals as well as teams, the miaList awards those who go above and beyond the call of duty and play an […]
PA Life Club members are invited to RSVP for our next Meet Up networking event in partnership with Barrio Bars on Tuesday 7 June 2022! Barrio Bars will welcome just 10 PA Life Club Members to an exclusive evening at their unique Soho bar. Barrio Bars brings you a slap of Latin attitude and full-colour flavour in London’s […]
The government’s decision to scrap the Employment Bill from the Queen’s Speech at the State Opening of the Parliament on 10th of May was a big disappointment to the HR community. The long-awaited bill was initially promised to be delivered in the Queen’s Speech in 2019. The Financial Times reported that the new legislation has […]
Our Premier Plus rooms have been created by a team of sleep experts who worked hard to take everything guests love about our Standard rooms whilst boosting them with some extra perks. Perfect for when guests want just a little bit more from their stay, these additional perks provide extra comfort, convenience, and connectivity. Benefits […]
