The average commuter spends over five full days just driving to and from work every year, according to new research. The poll of 2,000 employed Americans who commute to work via car found in a typical year, the average commuter will spend 580 minutes going back and forth from work and their home in a […]

New research from AIG Life Limited reveals one in six (17%) employees has been forced to take time out from their career due to stress or mental health pressures. Almost one-fifth (19%) of non-retired females have taken time out from their career due to mental health pressures, compared to 15% of men. AIG Life says the research […]

In London, 70% of employees feel stressed at work, and the average staff turnover in 2019 was 15%. As a result, employee wellness has risen to the top of the corporate agenda. Social Pantry is hosting an Employee Wellness Summit on Thursday, February 6th to educate employers on how to reduce your staff turnover and […]

Make sure you register for an evening of wellness and wellbeing with American Express Global Business Travel, sponsored by Virgin Atlantic! This exclusive event will take place on January 30th from 5pm at the brand new Stock Exchange Hotel in the heart of Manchester. Focusing on Wellbeing At Work, the evening will feature two sessions […]

Last week PA Life Club members enjoyed an amazing Meet Up networking event at the Covent Garden Hotel, in association with Uniglobe Gemini Travel and KLM / Air France. Uniglobe Gemini are an award winning Travel Management Agency. Part of a global organisation, they offer a bespoke, evidence based approach when designing smart, cost effective […]

Whether it’s the school run, breakfast, bath time, homework… caring for children never stops, and when you team this with a busy nine-to-five, it’s safe to say that you deserve a holiday where you can switch off and enjoy a little ‘me’ time – even if it’s only for half an hour!   We get it, […]

Join us at the Workplace Wellness and Wellbeing Summit next month at the PA Show. PA Life will be hosting two full days of seminar sessions, that will help you gain control of your wellbeing and unlock that work/life balance. PLUS, PA Life Club Members will receive 30% off all seminar sessions – Simply login […]

The first speakers have been confirmed for our Meet Up networking event at Academic Venue Solutions Showcase 2020 on Thursday 26th March. Join us at Senate House to network with over 30 of the UK’s best academic venues to host your meetings, conferences, events and unique occasions. For every type of event, #itsacademic. The first […]

Hotel and Conference Centre Whittlebury Park in Northamptonshire has invested £1m into transforming its event and meeting spaces giving clients an entirely new experience for 2020. The new rooms will have bespoke lighting, stylish furniture and a brand new informal meeting space, the ‘Inside, Outside’ room. Whittlebury’s team have designed their new inspiring spaces following feedback from clients and […]

The PA Show is returning in February with an increased remit and some exciting new conference streams. PA Life provides a sneak preview… The PA Show returns on February 25th & 26th and heads to ExCeL, London. The show will once again provide a strong mix of expo stands, educational and inspirational seminar sessions, plus […]

Brits have revealed the top traits guaranteed to give them a confidence boost – including clear skin, well-rested eyes and a glowing complexion. A study of 2,000 adults found having smooth skin, shaved legs and wearing make-up also results in a personal uplift. Despite this, 37 per cent admitted they would like to feel more […]

Margarita Berga, Strategic Account Manager for Capita Travel and Events, has scooped the highly sought-after Rising Star of the Year Award at the Business Travel Awards 2020.  The Rising Star of the Year category recognises the talented individuals who have achieved significant success in their short time in the business travel industry. Judged by a […]

How to reach peace of mind in today’s fast paced world – Handy Tips for EAs from Sarah & Lorna in the PA Life Wellbeing Webinar, sponsored by AMEX GBT. Ahead of their panel chat at the PA Life show this year, meet personal development leader and mindset coach, Lorna Dunning and the founder of […]

Tomorrow’s Talent, The Meetings Show’s initiative designed to shine a spotlight on up-and-coming meeting and event planners, is returning for a second year. The programme, in partnership with Meetings & Incentive Travel Magazine, will highlight exceptional emerging planners from the meetings and event industry and help nurture and support the leaders of the future. While […]

Searcys has been appointed as the new caterer at the Royal Institution; a Grade I listed venue in London’s Mayfair. Located just off Piccadilly on the historic Albemarle Street, Searcys now runs the event catering and on-site café menus at the Royal Institution, which has been the home of science and innovation for over 200 years. […]

The Barbican’s strategy to use Cinemas 2 and 3 as conference venues as well as cinemas has helped Barbican Business Events achieve its 2019/20 financial target in just nine months.  The new spaces, which have been particularly popular with last minute bookers each have a capacity of 150, the latest AV equipment and private registration, […]

This is your invitation to attend the Employee Wellness Summit next month, courtesy of London’s leading caterers with social conscience Social Pantry. This evening of wellbeing takes place on February 6th from 5pm-7.30pm at Carousel, London, and speakers will include:- Alex Head – Founder and CEO of Social Pantry Ed Foy – Co Founder and CEO […]

Everyone wants to get paid more for their job, but whether or not you deserve to get paid more is what you really need to think about. Every manager out there will have heard “I need a raise”, so you can’t blame them for being sceptical. So before you even book that meeting with your manager, […]