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Marja Toseland

The big reveal: PA Life Star Awards 2025 winners & finalists

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The annual PA Life Star Awards were celebrated last Friday jointly at our Christmas Party, hosted in style at the fabulous Tottenham Hotspur Stadium – our Venue Host Sponsor. The evening was also supported by other select event partners and sponsors… The hotly contested annual PA Life Star awards recognise the dedication, hard work and […]

A festive celebration to remember: PA Life Christmas Party & Star Awards at Spurs

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Last Friday, we gathered with over 300 executive support professionals and supplier partners at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a festive celebration at PA Life Christmas Party & Star Awards 2025… It was truly a night to remember – thank you Tottenham Hotspur Stadium The annual has long been a highlight in the festive calendar for […]

UK workforce is one of the most flexible in the world

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The remote work revolution that began in 2020 has evolved into a permanent fixture of the UK economy. According to the Remote Work 2025 report from MyPerfectCV, a leading UK CV builder, between 40% and 44% of adults now work remotely in some capacity, making UK one of the worldโ€™s most flexible workforces. MyPerfectCV report […]

Club Sports and Events Celebrate Premium Bobby Moore Hospitality at Wembley Stadium

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Club Sports and Events, a long-term Official Ticket Agent for Wembley Stadium, is proud to offer premium hospitality experiences in the iconic Bobby Moore Suite โ€” one of the most prestigious venues in world sport and entertainment. Named in honour of Englandโ€™s World Cup-winning captain, the Bobby Moore Hospitality package provides a luxurious VIP matchday […]

SilverDoor and IHG Hotels & Resorts new partnership is great news for corporates needing extended stay suites

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The news of SilverDoor and IHG Hotels & Resorts new partnership is welcome news for EAs and PAs needing to book corporate extended stay suites for their executives and teams. SilverDoor is the worldโ€™s leading corporate serviced accommodation agent, and IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the worldโ€™s leading hotel companies. This is promising […]

Struggling to find a large event venue? Take a look at some of the South Eastโ€™s gemsย 

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If youโ€™ve ever tried to find a large event venue, youโ€™ll know the challenge: options can feel limited, and availability can be tight. Whether itโ€™s a conference for up to 4,500 delegates, an outdoor event welcoming thousands of visitors, or an exhibition needing over 12,000 sqm, consider looking just beyond the capital for your next […]

Experience the Art of Exceptional Events at Rhodes House Oxfordย 

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Nestled in the heart of historic Oxford, Rhodes House blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication โ€” the perfect setting for events that leave a lasting impression. From high-level corporate meetings to inspiring conferences, gala dinners, and private celebrations, Rhodes House offers an unrivalled combination of heritage, innovation, and first-class service.ย  Following a recent multi-million-pound renovation, […]

A complimentary airport transfer while you evaluate ground transportation partners

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EG Chauffeurs has recently introduced an EA Service Evaluation Programme designed for Executive Assistants who evaluate ground transportation suppliers for 2026 and beyond. The programme allows EAs to arrange a complimentary evaluation journey for their principal, executive or guest, to assess the standard of service before making a long-term supplier decision. More details are shared […]

Making sustainability work: How The Form Rooms leads the way in greener eventsย 

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With climate change climbing ever higher on the agenda and COP30 on this week, the events industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact. The numbers are stark: the UK events sector alone produces around 100,000 tonnes of waste each year. A large amount of this ends up in landfill or is incinerated, […]

How to simplify your Q4 gifting (and still make it feel personal)

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For most assistants, Q4 can feel like a juggling act. Between wrapping up projects, managing diaries and planning the office party, finding time to organise corporate gifting often lands at the bottom of the list, even though it is one of the most meaningful moments of the year. The good news is that showing appreciation […]

Streamline company rail travel and simplify carbon reporting with Business Direct

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When it comes to booking tickets for company rail travel, look no further than SWR Business Direct. We understand the complexities of corporate travelโ€”from managing expenses and ensuring compliance to the looming imperative of environmental reporting. Our free-to-use booking tool is engineered to address these challenges, allowing you to seamlessly book rail tickets across the […]

Down Hall Hotel wins Innovative Chef of the Year at MIA Awards

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Congratulations to Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estateโ€™s Executive Chef Robert Pearce who was named Innovative Chef of the Yearย at the 2025 Meetings Industry Association (MIA) Awards.   The accolade celebratesย excellence across the UKโ€™s business meetings and events sector, recognisingย Robertโ€™sย outstanding performance,ย innovationย and service delivery over the past 12 months. Over the past year,ย heย has launched new concepts […]

The ultimate office party checklist: An EAโ€™s guide to a stress-free Christmas

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As December approaches, every Executive Assistant and PA knows what that meansโ€ฆ party season. From corporate Christmas dinners to end-of-year celebrations, the spotlight falls on the people who make it all happen behind the scenes. Frankie Lyons, PA to Liz Taylor, Founder of Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC) shares her ultimate office party checklist… At Taylor […]

Exciting news from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium! โšก

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Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is proud to launch a brand-new Rewards Programme, created exclusively for their Conferences & Events clients. This initiative has been designed to recognise loyalty, deepen collaboration, and enhance the overall experience for every client hosting events with us at the stadium. Through the programme, clients will enjoy access to a range of […]

UK’s lost generation: almost 1 in 8 young people out of work and educationย ย 

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The UK Government has released worrying data about our youngest generation now leaving school and entering the workforce.ย The Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden confirmedย thatย nearly one million 16โ€“24-year-olds are currently out of work or education. This alarming statistic marks the highest numbers in over a decade.ย  In light of this, the UK government is launching […]

Tinsel & timings: final checklist for a successful festive season

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The festive party season is almost hereโ€”get ahead now with smart gifting, stylish cards, standout venues and healthy yet indulgent catering. PA Life Winter 2025 Issue (pages 24-35) includes a great guide to help you pull off festive celebrations that dazzle without drama… With December fast approaching, nowโ€™s the moment to tie up the loose […]

Why ‘fit’ isnโ€™t just a buzzword โ€“ itโ€™s the key to career happiness

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Lindsay Taylor, Co-Founder & Director at Your Excellency highlights the key to career happiness by explaining why โ€œfitโ€ matters. The pioneering psychologist Abraham Maslow studied โ€œexemplaryโ€ people (think: Einstein) and developed his famous hierarchy of needs theoryโ€ฆ At the base are our most fundamental needs: physiological needs and safety. Once these are met we can […]

The assistantโ€™s guide to emotional intelligence

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For Executive and Personal Assistants, technical skills and organisational wizardry are only half the job. The other half (often the more demanding) is emotional intelligence (EI), and the best EAs/PAs know how to utilise this skill to the best of their abilities. Abigail Jones, our Ask Abi columnist, is a senior EA, qualified coach and […]