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Stuart O'Brien

Top tips on arranging a successful outdoor event ย 

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Now British Summertime is in full swing, itโ€™s the perfect opportunity to move your business event outdoors. Whether youโ€™re planning networking drinks, team building, or a walking meeting, our collection of historic mansion house estates, distinctive contemporary hotels, and event destinations across the UK, offer inspirational outdoor settings which will guarantee your event will be […]

Indecisive at work or not so sure? You’re not alone…

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A poll of 2,000 adults found they spend an estimated three hours a day deciding what to have to eat, what time to go to bed and what to wear and watch. But the average adult admits to changing their mind twice per decision, with more than one in 10 (11 per cent) doing so […]

Employees continue to struggle with stress, while awareness of wellbeing schemes remains low

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While employees across the United States and Europe continue to report high levels of stress, a surprising percentage do not take full advantage of their workplaceโ€™s wellbeing initiatives, despite employersโ€™ continued prioritisation of these programmes, a new survey has found. According to findings from Alight and Business Group on Healthโ€™s research series, 2022 Alight International […]

August train strikes: Advice for employers

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More rail strikes are planned for August, meaning thousands of commuters will be left struggling to get to work on time โ€“ if at all. Following on from the strikes in July, the RMT has confirmed further strike action will take place on Thursday 18 August and Saturday 20 August. Fourteen train operators and 40,000 […]

Meet with these leading solution providers at the PA Life Summit

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The PA Life Summit connects you with the solution providers you need to tackle the daily challenges of your role – and itย all takes place on Thursday 8th September, at the Hilton London Canary Wharf. All of these leading suppliers have already confirmed their attendance, covering everything from business travel and hospitality to venues and […]

How working from home could be impacting your health

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The idea of working from home is now an everyday part of life for many in the UK. However, the widespread adoption of remote working is still a fairly new phenomenon, the health impacts of which are still being discovered. Health and wellness experts Made4 Vitamins take a look at the pros and cons of […]

These are the 10 physical activities you should do at least once a week

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Swimming can be the best sport to relieve stress while walking could clear a mental block, according to experts. TV personality and GP Dr Zoe Williams has recommended movements you can undertake to help improve certain moods. She advises getting some fresh air by walking if you are having a mental block or feel unmotivated […]

teapigs wins big at the Great Taste Awards

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teapigs have received five more Great Taste Awards, taking their total to an impressive 157 to date. All of teapigsโ€™ teas are certified plastic free and are carefully selected and slurped by Louise Cheadle, teapigsโ€™ co-founder and chief tea taster who has over 20 years of professional tea tasting experience. ย โ€œWeโ€™re really excited about these […]

Center Parcs enjoys 10% increase in event & conference enquiries

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Center Parcsย has experienced aย 10% increase in enquiriesย compared to the same period in 2019 following the post-COVIDย reopening of its conference and events space in June 2022. Not only are booking enquiries up, but this stems solely fromย two of its most accessible and sought-after destinations in the UK, Woburn Forest and Sherwood Forest, as Center Parcs consolidated […]

The Kia Oval appoints a Head of Sustainability

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The Kia Oval has created a new role of Head of Sustainability, reflecting the commitment of the business to being carbon neutral by 2030. Emily Pritchard has been appointed to the position, having previously held the role of Conference and Events Sales Manager at The Kia Oval. The new role will focus on building on […]

Lime Venue Portfolio to launch ‘inflation busting’ support packages

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Lime Venue Portfolio has launched an inflation busting offer that looks to make up the deficit created by rising costs on business. Current predictions are that inflation could be pushed to around 10%, therefore the offer, which is open to any day delegate meetings and events that are booked between 25th July โ€“ 2nd September […]

Administrative & support services 5th most stressful occupation in the UK

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According to Statista, the most common type of stress experienced by Brits is workplace stressย  – with 79% of respondents saying they frequently feel this type of stress. But when it comes to the specific UK work industries, which is the most stressful occupation? A new study by Private Rehab Clinic Delamere reveals just this. […]

Cycle to Work Day: Cyclescheme’s Adrian Warren on why companies should get on their bikes

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As the cost-of-living crisis shows no signs of slowing down, with employees feel concerned, annoyed and anxious over things such as utility bills. And with costs of things like travel continuing to increase, employees are calling for help so employer support through the current crisis is now essential. Today, Thursday 4th August is Cycle to […]

UK employers ‘leading DE&I transformation in Europe’

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UK employers are leading Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) transformation in comparison to most European companies. That’s according to research conducted by GoodHabitz that considered answers from over 13,600 employees across 13 European countries. It shows employeesโ€™ desire to work for diverse and inclusive businesses, as well as employers striving to create equal and inclusive […]

How many people do you offend each day?

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A poll of 2,000 adults found a whopping 83 per cent regularly avoid expressing opinions or sharing personal revelations. These include โ€œI donโ€™t want to see any more pictures of your dogโ€, โ€œeat with your mouth closedโ€, and โ€œwhy havenโ€™t you messaged me back?โ€ But despite their reluctance to share their inner thoughts, 57 per […]

Are you registered for the Event Organisers Summit?

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The Event Organisers Summitย will provide you with a rareย day and a half of industry networking, learning and connection building – Register today! Taking place onย the 17th & 18th Octoberย at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow, this unique event will enable you to lay the groundwork for your organisationโ€™s events strategy for the rest […]

Over 80% of ‘wholly avoidable’ workplace accidents due to poor planning or lack of risk assessments

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200 organisations have faced over ยฃ47 million in fines since 2005, for workplace accidents judged to be โ€˜wholly avoidableโ€™. That’s according to findings from WorkNest, which also reveal that around half (48.5%) of these preventable workplace accidents occurred due to a lack of planning. To get a clear picture of the causes of the avoidable […]

World Breastfeeding Week: Only a fifth of employers offer new parents support with breastfeeding

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Research from digital health platform Peppy shows nearly two-thirds (63%) of employers now offer support for new parents, but specific support for infant feeding is only offered by 29% of the two thirds, or 18% of employers overall. The research conducted by Opinium on behalf of Peppy among 506 HR decision makers in January 2022.Dr […]