Job stress is the top cause behind employees’ sleepless nights, with more than a third (34%) stating that stress stops them from getting enough sleep That’s according to research from Aetna International, which surveyed 4,000 office workers and 1,000 HR Directors across the globe to find out their thoughts on the current state of health care […]

IBTM World 2019 closed on November 21st with over 74,000 pre-scheduled business meetings having taken place and a 3% increase in the number of visitors attending the three-day event.  62% of Hosted Buyers participated in IBTM World for the first time this year and 51% of them were completely new to the entire IBTM portfolio. Over 2,600 exhibitors from 150 […]

Earlier this autumn we set out to find the top PAs, EAs and Corporate Bookers from across the UK as part of the PA Life Star Awards 2019 – and the winners were revealed at the PA Life Christmas Party last night! We were inundated with nominations, with the Finalists spread across four categories:- PA […]

PA Life headed to the Williams’ restaurant at Tewin Bury Farm Hotel ahead of our recent FAM trip for a taster of lunch and a peek at the Hertfordshire venue’s event facilities…  Just 10 miles outside of North London, and nestled between the towns of Hertford and Welwyn in the Hertfordshire countryside, is Tewin Bury […]

For a limited period only, we are offering you a 20% off our Ultimate VIP membership to the PA Life Club. That means you’ll pay only £71.20 for a full year’s membership, which will give you: Invitations to FAM trips Networking events Competitions Discounts Special Offers Huge savings on e-learning courses Access to members online groups A subscription to PA […]

The completely SOLD OUT PA Life Christmas Party takes place tonight at the stylish private members club BEAT, London. So grab your tickets and dancing shows, and we’ll see you all at 6pm for an amazing evening of seasonal networking fun! BEAT London 48 Margaret streetLondonW1W 8SE THIS EVENT IS NOW COMPLETELY SOLD OUT We’d […]

Impress the meeting with a new range of colourful chef-prepared dishes just launched by London’s new sustainable office food delivery service, Fed by Abel & Cole.  They’re made from exciting, innovative ingredients that’ll get everyone talking – like turmeric chicken, tempeh niçoise, or teff crunch and apples roasted in kombucha. All delivered to your office by zero-emission […]

BMA House is supporting an initiative led by environmental campaigner Karen Sutton from the Global Good Awards to offer advice, best practice and consultancy to event organisers looking to improve their sustainability.   The Global Good Awards has recently set up a consultancy division to advise companies on a range of issues, including ways to make […]

James Borg revisits the recently refurbished 150-year-old landmark hotel in Oxford, ‘the city of dreaming spires’, that has spawned some of the greatest names in literature, such as Lewis Carroll, JRR Tolkien, CS Lewis and Philip Pullman… The ancient town centre of Oxford has lost none of its historic feel, despite being wrapped around by […]

Just over half (52% vs 50% last year) of UK employees have to borrow money to meet basic financial needs. That’s according to Neyber’s third annual DNA of Financial Wellbeing report, which this year looked into money behaviours and attitudes of over 11,000 employees and 720 employers. Not surprisingly, financial worries are taking a toll on people. […]

Applications are now open for the 3rd annual West Midlands PA Forum Awards, which encourage members of the regional business community to nominate and celebrate outstanding individuals within their organisation. The awards also provide the opportunity for employers to raise their profile within a competitive market place and at a time when many organisations are making […]

Millions of of Brits are turning to refurbished and secondhand items in a bid to live a more sustainable existence. That’s according to a study of 2,000 adults, which found a third of us are happy to pick up used items such as clothing, homeware and gadgets – to help the planet. And six in […]

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale hosted a haunted Halloween-themed showcase event for its unique meeting space, The Studio, last month – and we’ve only just recovered our nerves. Great fun was had on October 30th by all 120 specially-invited guests to a fabulous evening of thrilling entertainment. Games, and spooky prizes entertained guests at the […]

32% of male office workers claim it is unprofessional for women to talk about their period in the workplace. The survey of 2,000 office workers by Initial Washroom Hygiene found there is a real fear of having open conversations about how periods affect women at work. Meanwhile, the women polled said they would feel more […]

‘Stress and anxiety related to finances and debt’ is the health and wellbeing issue that employers think most affects their Millennial employees. That’s according to the findings from GRiD’s latest research amongst 500 HR decision makers. In fact, the top three health and wellbeing issues that employers believe most affect their millennial workforce, are: ·       Stress […]

Capita Travel and Events says its One Call service will see homeowners experience less stress in the event of an accident rendering part of a home out of action, while also saving costs for insurance companies. The travel management company has joined forces with The Temporary Solutions Group, which specialises in temporary kitchen, bathroom and storage solutions, […]

IBTM has confirmed it has signed a new three-year contract with Barcelona Convention Bureau and Fira de Barcelona that will see IBTM World take place in the city up to and including the 2022 edition.  The new contract builds on the existing 15-year relationship between the three organisations, with the next edition confirmed at Fira Gran Via for […]

Research by culture change business Utopia and The Hobbs Consultancy has found men’s expectations of themselves have shifted. 71% of men report they still feel the need to be the main financial provider for their family, yet almost half – 46% – claim that it’s now also their responsibility to be the primary carer to their […]