New research shows that feelings of anxiety, mounting pressure, and hesitancy to transition back to the workplace is still very common amongst employees, with many feeling that the work environment is not welcoming, supportive or positive. The research, conducted by Lucid and Vitreous World, surveyed individuals across the UK to analyse employee sentiment and the impact of […]
Working from the comfort of your couch may actually boost your confidence — seven in 10 Americans said they’ve become more confident since working remotely, new research suggests. In a recent survey of 2,000 Americans who’ve worked remotely during the pandemic, seven in 10 said they find it easier to request more paid time off from […]
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A study of 2,000 adults revealed 63 per cent wish they spent more time with their families – but admit life simply gets in the way. A third ranked a traditional roast dinner as their favourite way to enjoy precious family time together, followed by dog walking and watching a film. While 78 per cent […]
As employees have been slowly returning to workplaces after furlough and working from home, businesses have had their work cut out to ensure safety measures are still up to date after the break, as well as keeping employees reassured about their covid 19 risks. With 22.5% of UK workers having suffered a workplace accident in […]
By Sarah Dennis, head of international at Towergate Health & Protection Covid has shone a harsh spotlight on the global inequalities of health care. Employers with staff in overseas positions are seeing a stark contrast in the care individuals may receive if left to the health system of their host nation. While this may sometimes […]
The Business Travel Show Europe made its post-pandemic return as a hybrid event, with a two-day in-person show at ExCeL London from 30 September to 1 October, and online content is now available on-demand for two weeks via Swapcard and BTN Europe. Business Travel Show Europe – the leading business travel event in Europe – […]
By Kymani Kymani offers bespoke luxury getaways in the beautiful rolling hills of Surrey. We’re pulling out all the stops to allow you to create bigger and better getaways in 2022. Think festival villages with food trucks, multiple workshop tents to be booked exclusively by you and glorious activities to add to your experience. Kymani […]
A new survey by HR software provider CIPHR suggests that most people don’t believe they’re being paid what they think ‘they are worth’ to do their current jobs. And, perhaps unsurprisingly, the longer it’s been since they last received a pay rise – then the more inclined they are to feel this way. CIPHR polled […]
With menopause affecting most women aged between 45-55, the importance of supporting employees experiencing symptoms in the workplace is paramount. With reports across the country highlighting the experiences some women are having when experiencing menopause (which include having to leave jobs, or take unpaid leave), online medical advice service, Healthily, has introduced a policy to […]
Managers in the increasingly digital, knowledge-fuelled and hybrid working environment may not be able to see the “invisible” strains on workers juggling home life and their workloads. That’s according to a report by Advanced Workplace Associates (AWA), which says employers need to be more aware of factors that could impact mental workload and do more […]
By Georgia Lee, Drayton Gifts This week, we at DRAYTON are the Featured Supplier at PA Life. It therefore seemed the perfect opportunity to talk to you about all things Christmas! With the mania that surrounds the festive season, we are here to help make things a little easier for you. In case you aren’t […]
Research released by Initial Washroom Hygiene has found that fewer people wash their hands after visiting a public washroom now, than in 2018. Today’s findings come in spite of a government public information campaign that focused on handwashing to help prevent and slow the spread of Coronavirus throughout the pandemic. Just two thirds (66%) of […]
Finding the perfect Christmas Party experience that makes the most of your budget can be challenging. But with over 40 different Christmas-themed virtual experiences at Virtually Together and suggested experiences for every budget, they will help you find the perfect fit. Book a 15-minute demo with the host of your favourite experiences in our Demo […]
A new poll by HR software provider CIPHR suggests that most British adults are reluctant to discuss their salary with friends and family, and even less so with their colleagues and co-workers. Over a third (36%) of the 1,005 workers surveyed admit that they don’t talk about their salary with their significant other (spouse or […]
Spending a lot of time surrounded by the same four walls can quickly become boring and having a space that reflects you, or your business’ identity, is important in order to create a functional working environment. In fact, a survey of 10,000 office workers by Ipsos found that 85% of employees are unhappy with their office […]
The Government of Singapore has introduced a Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) for travellers from the UK, effective from 19 October 2021, meaning that British travellers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be able to enter Singapore with a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP). The travel pass will allow visitors entry into Singapore without the requirement […]
Research released today by NTT DATA UK shows that nearly three quarters of women (74%) have had a negative experience at work because of their gender. Despite ongoing barriers facing women in the sector, 85% of all respondents believe the industry has become more welcoming to women over the last decade, with the most cited […]
