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Stuart O'Brien

PA SHOW SPOTLIGHT: Leeds Castle in Kent

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Just one hour’s drive from London, “the loveliest castle in the world” is an ideal location for conferences, teambuilding activities and retreats. Set in the Kent countryside within 500 acres of parkland, Leeds Castle has been a Norman stronghold; the private property of six of England’s medieval queens; a palace used by Henry VIII and […]

PA SHOW SPOTLIGHT: Crystal Corporate travel management

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Crystal Corporate is an independent travel management company and part of the Moresand Group, one of the UK’s largest independent travel companies, with a trading history spanning some 30 years. The business grew from a small office in Oxford Street, London with just 3 staff, to one that today employs 1000 staff globally. We are […]

Who are the most irritating people in your office?

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Bob, John and Dave are the UK’s most irritating employees, with negative attitudes, lacklustre work ethics and an unwillingness to be team players. That’s according to a survey from Instaprint, which polled 1,000 British managers on the most irritating habits of UK employees, as well as revealing the top 10 names of the most hated […]

EVENT PREVIEW: Business Travel Show – Your journey starts here

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Business Travel Show was launched in 1994 and brings together thousands of travel buyers and bookers across two days at Olympia London. It provides them with the knowledge and contacts to help create and develop successful travel programmes. Here’s what’s in store… Business Travel Show 2020 is shining a spotlight on conscious travel, with a […]

EVENT PREVIEW: International Confex and the city

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Running alongside the PA Show is International Confex – a must attend event for anyone involved in event management. Here’s what you can expect… With the topics of Speak, Meet, Debate, Network, Enjoy and Learn, there are opportunities for every event professional to immerse themselves in the myriad of activities on the showfloor, in the […]

Visit PA Life at stand D03P for an oasis of calm at The PA Show

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Visit the PA Life stand at the PA Show this week and you’ll have the opportunity to recharge your batteries and enjoy some much-needed calm and tranquillity. The stand structure is fully sustainable and was created by the Creative Output. It will feature healthy juice shots from Junius. The company’s range is designed around the […]

EVENT PREVIEW: The PA Show

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Mike Sherrard is the exhibition director for The PA Show, amongst other events, at Mash Media. PA Life spoke to him about what PAs and EAs can look forward to this week… Tell us about the PA Show 2020   The PA Show is the largest show of its kind within the UK, targeting the […]

How many non-work-related tasks do you do in the office each day?

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Employees do 10 non-work-related tasks in the office each day, including holiday shopping, web browsing and doing online banking. A study of 2,000 office workers found 37 per cent have checked the menu of a restaurant they were planning to visit – while half will regularly check the weather outside when they should be working. […]

Don’t forget to book your tickets to the TRIC Awards 2020 – Meet Mica Paris!

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Tuesday 10th March 11.30am -3.15pm The next key Awards on your radar should be the TRIC Awards on Tuesday 10th March, at Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London hosted by TRIC President Lorraine Kelly and with special guests including singer Mica Paris. If it’s Strictly, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, EastEnders, Emmerdale or the […]

Discover a healthier you at the PA Life Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit next week

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Whether it’s emotional self-care or nutrition, creating a healthy work environment is vital. The PA Life Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit can help – It’s taking place during the PA Show next week! We’ll will be hosting two full days of seminar sessions, that will help you gain control of your wellbeing and unlock that […]

Learn how a greener office can impact staff at the PA Life Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit

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Join us at the Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit this month at the PA Show and take key steps towards furthering your career and personal development. We’ll will be hosting two full days of seminar sessions, that will help you gain control of your wellbeing and unlock that work/life balance. In his session Biophilia in […]

UNIQUE VENUES: Foxhills Club & Resort

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Foxhills Club & Resort’s prestigious 400-acre estate, located in the heart of Surrey in Ottershaw, is home to a diverse leisure experience with state-of-the-art facilities, perfect for improving your wellbeing and covering all your corporate wellness needs. Centred around a charming 19th century manor house, the resort’s extensive leisure facilities are perfect for team-building events, including […]

The Ultimate Hospitality Experience – Jardin Blanc returns to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

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Celebrity chef Raymond Blanc’s renowned secret garden restaurant – Jardin Blanc – is back for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020. From Tuesday 19th – Saturday 23rd May, Jardin Blanc will once again offer the premium corporate hospitality experience and hot ticket for London’s must-visit show. The perfect destination for client entertaining or an office awayday, all dining packages include a complimentary […]

Live the dream! Book a Hollywood teambuilding package today!

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A DAY TO REMEMBER! Working in groups your attendees film a comedy sketch! We’ll instruct how to tell the best story- putting smiles on faces! DIRECTED BY DONNA SMITH, ACCOUNTS MANAGER, ABC COMPANY Everyone receives a copy of the films with names in credits. Packages can be tailored to suit your workplace and reward or […]

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi showcases Autumn Winter Collection 2020 at Church House Westminster

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Preen by Thornton Bregazzi presented their seasonal ready-to-wear collection in the dome-shaped Assembly Hall of Church House Westminster on Day 3 of London Fashion Week. Founded in 1996 by husband and wife team Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi, fans of Preen by Thornton Bregazzi include the Duchess of Cambridge and Michelle Obama.  Designs are an […]

UK workers ‘giving up four weeks of their personal time’ a year to work

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In 2019 UK workers gave up on average 171 hours of their personal time to work and spent most of this time completing menial tasks they can’t get done during working hours. That’s according to new research from ServiceNow, which found that mundane and repetitive tasks are stalling productivity and causing UK employees to work during their evenings and weekends. As […]

Learn health hacks for a busy schedule at the PA Life Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit

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Join us at the Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit this month at the PA Show and take key steps towards furthering your career and personal development. We’ll will be hosting two full days of seminar sessions, that will help you gain control of your wellbeing and unlock that work/life balance. In his session Health Hacks […]

Get ready for a Great British Summer at 30 Euston Square

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30 Euston Square, the award-winning, Grade II listed venue has announced a range of new menus and experiences for the summer. Ahead of the summer party season, 30 Euston Square offers the perfect getaway with an al fresco experience right in the heart of London.   With sustainability at the heart of the venue, 30 Euston […]