Thinking of picking up and moving to a different town or city for pastures new? Recruitment site Glassdoor has done some maths to create a list of the “20 Best UK Towns & Cities to Work In” based on how easy it is to get a job, median salaries, average home value and overall employee […]

Following record-breaking visitor numbers at the 2016 event, the London Summer Event Show will return for its third edition from 24-25 January 2017 at London city venue Banking Hall. This is the second time exhibition organiser Story Events has partnered with the Grade II-listed building, after previously hosting the 2014 edition of its Christmas-themed exhibition, […]

The CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, has been invited by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) to contribute to its research into the evolution of the corporate governance code and the development of new approaches to governing more effectively on company culture issues. The FRC promotes high-quality corporate governance and reporting to […]

London’s QEII Centre is continuing its £12 million refurbishment and rebranding project this summer by transforming its sixth floor into an open-plan banqueting space with breath-taking views of Westminster and the city skyline. Work will commence later this month and will be complete by September, when the renovated space will be revealed at a dazzling […]

Almost half of UK businesses (45%) are apprehensive about hiring disabled candidates because of fears they won’t be able to do the job and concerns about making inappropriate comments or actions, according to new research. The findings were revealed as part of a survey of 1000 businesses to coincide with the launch of Purple – a […]

The National Venus Awards, now in its third year, celebrated the success of its national winners for 2016 with regional winners, as well as associate, regional and national sponsors, guests and supporters in the beautiful surroundings of the Hampshire-based Hand-Picked Audley Woods Hotel on 7 July. The Venus Awards National Finals saw 70 regional winners […]

This month sees the launch of a brand new wellness meetings concept at vibrant design hotel Hilton London Bankside. Gone are the plates of pastries and mundane activities – Hilton London Bankside is shaking things up with healthier menu options, outdoor exercise classes and a meeting schedule aimed at reducing stress and increasing general wellbeing. […]

Increasing the salaries of disengaged employees will not boost commitment or keep them in the business, according to new research from The Workforce Institute at Kronos and Coleman Parkes Research. This new survey reveals that 45% of employees believe that small to medium UK businesses need to focus on providing a healthy work-life balance if […]

We are increasingly fearful of public speaking because it means risking our group membership, according to cognitive psychologist and business neuroscientist Dr Lynda Shaw. It is estimated that somewhere between 40-75% of us are afraid of public speaking, supported by the famous survey by RH Bruskin Associates*, which showed that 41% of respondents were afraid […]

The combination of serviced apartments and serviced offices in one building is one way operators are expanding their business and broadening the target audience, according to a new report from global hotel consultancy HVS. With operators such as Zoku in Amsterdam teaming up with shared office space concept WeWork, and Vision in Switzerland launching its […]

Playboy Club London is the ultimate Mayfair venue. Boasting a world-class casino with iconic Bunny croupiers, three fabulous private rooms and relaxed Players Bar, the venue offers luxurious gaming and sports around the clock. Those who prefer fine dining can enjoy set and à la carte menus in both The Dining Room restaurant and privately […]

It’s widely known and accepted that the retirement age is creeping ever later in life. That reality is driving Millennials to believe they’ll have to work until they die. Research conducted by the Manpower Group into the career aspects of Millennials shows that 12% of them believe they will never be able to retire. While a […]

Almost of third (30%) of the UK suffers from a poor quality of sleep, with women being 10% more likely to have a bad night than men, a new survey has revealed. Snoring partners were the most common reason for a disturbed sleep, with 22% of people saying this keeps them up at night. This […]

A 2015 Gallup poll found 70% of employees were bored and disengaged at work. In an older study the group found only one in eight people were psychologically committed to their jobs. A big pay rise is not enough to make you happy, so here are some top tips to help you find meaning at […]

The trend of working too many hours and not using allotted annual leave isn’t specific to the UK. New research by Project: Time Off shows our counterparts across the pond left 658 million days of holiday unused in 2015, 222 million of which were lost in the ether. Project: Time Off has put that number […]

More than 50 event organisers attended a special preview event to showcase new facilities shortly to become available at Jesus College Cambridge. Jesus College welcomed existing and prospective clients to a prestigious afternoon tea to unveil its new West Court development, which is scheduled for completion at the beginning of 2017. Visitors were hosted in […]

Today, the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) Labour Productivity report has revealed that labour productivity, as measured by output per hour, grew by a mere 0.5%. However, the figures are 17% below an extrapolation based on its pre-downturn trend. Therefore, labour productivity per employee has failed to markedly rise since the global downturn. Tim […]

In need of a corporate day out? Try our top golf venues this month with the London Golf Club or Harleyford Golf Club. Or if you’re looking for a course with a view, why not try Mannings Heath or Saunton Sands overlooking the coastline in Devon? We have it all with our Golf Top Picks. […]