As many workplaces have gradually switched to a flexible working scheme, alternating between working in the office and at home, there is no hiding that employees may currently be struggling to receive support for their physical health and keep active. The NHS suggests that adults should be aiming for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity […]

Butlin’s has further strengthened its position as a leading British venue for conference events by achieving AIM Accreditation from the Meetings Industry Association (mia) at all three resorts and becoming a member of beam, formerly the HBAA. All three Butlin’s Resorts in Bognor Regis, Minehead and Skegness, have achieved AIM Accreditation from the UK’s nationally […]

We could all use some time off, especially under the extremely stressful times we currently live in. Rest can do wonders for our creativity and problem-solving, and neglecting time off work can have an impact on work productivity.  In fact, 70% of workers agree that they feel fatigued if they go too long without a break. […]

PA Life offers a unique opportunity to place your brand, services and solutions in front of 20,000 senior Executive and Personal Assistants, all of whom have significant purchasing power. The PA Life Recommended Supplier Directory offers a range of benefits and package options that include; • A company profile (up to 140 words max) • Logo and […]

Sick pay has become a contentious topic in recent times, with the UK government recently announcing that people sick with Covid will not be able to claim statutory sick pay until their fourth day off. With an increase of +238% for the term ‘statutory sick pay UK’, a new report by The Compensation Experts has ranked […]

The wave of Great Resignation churn continues to grow as 50% of UK employees are looking to switch jobs, naming non-competitive salary and benefits (24%) as the main motivating factor. This is according to new research from HR and payroll specialist SD Worx, with other top reasons listed for changing job as poor work atmosphere […]

By Kate Palmer, HR Advice & Consultancy Director Bullying, or harassment, in the workplace is, sadly, not at all uncommon. Just take a look at the news; every day we see stories of people taking their employers to tribunal as a result of bullying allegations. Even institutions like Downing Street, which just weeks ago made […]

Designers have created an image of how the UK’s offices may look if staff members return to their old ways following Boris Johnson’s proposed ‘living with Covid’ plan. While some office workers might remain in masks in a bid to be considerate towards others, there are many cardinal sins illustrated which won’t be so well […]

RedArc is warning employers to be aware of a potential rise in the number of employees with new or recurring eating disorders, as staff return to the workplace. RedArc explains that eating disorders are complex and disabling mental health conditions that affect all ages, genders and backgrounds, and include bulimia, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food […]

New research suggests that many British employers won’t require staff who test positive for Covid-19 to self-isolate at home once any remaining legal restrictions are lifted. A poll of 250 business owners, CEOs and senior managers, by HR software provider CIPHR, found that less than half (48%) are planning to keep staff with Covid at […]

Claire Spencer will lead the Barbican Centre after being appointed by the City of London Corporation as its first-ever Chief Executive Officer, following a far-reaching recruitment search. Spencer (pictured), described as an experienced and dynamic arts leader, will take up her new post in May 2022, after stepping down from Arts Centre Melbourne, where she has been CEO since November 2014.  She has nearly 20 years’ […]

Hotels and venues specialist De Vere has expanded its Smart Booker package to integrate its Showtime rewards programme, meaning Showtime members can now benefit from points on every Smart Booker booking. Smart Booker is a cloud-based meetings and events booking platform, powered by MeetingPackage, available across De Vere’s properties. The platform enables more efficient online bookings […]

Our ability to healthily deal with tensions and disagreements between colleagues, competitors, adversaries and antagonists, whether that be at a business, social or even global political level, is declining because of the unprecedented pressures we are under, according to new President of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and internationally renowned mediator and conflict specialist, […]

By Kerry Wright, Head of Group Sales, Lime Venue Portfolio My word! We’re only in February for god’s sake, this is still (technically) winter and its freezing cold outside… Also, we’re being told that there is a race for space planned in March, we need to get to that first, OK? Oh, and by the […]

By Vector Lighting & Audio Visual Vector Lighting & Audio Visual are showing off some of the very latest screen technology as part of our stand at The Event Production Show/Confex on 8th & 9th March at Excel London. Getting back to events Face to face meetings are more important now than they have ever been, […]

Working sustainably is a goal for many business leaders in 2022, yet with all the other obstacles businesses have had to navigate in the last couple of years, it has been tough to keep the environment as a top priority. Creating and sticking to a company-wide environmental policy is a great start but creating that […]

Having just won the FIFA Club World Cup, GO Sport Travel is delighted to offer some specially discounted packages to PA Life members for Chelsea’s upcoming clash v Lille in the Champions League at Stamford Bridge. They have four options ranging from seat-only (but with access to a private bar/lounge), through to a fabulous 4-course […]

Here at Laithwaites, we know how important (and how difficult!) finding the right gifts for valued staff, customers and clients can be … identifying the perfect item that sends the right message, and within budget. It can be a challenge! That’s why we wanted to introduce ourselves, and share our gifts selection with you today […]