Freelance, temporary and virtual assistants could be put at risk following the results of the UK General Election, according to a recruitment specialist. The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has warned that the snap election, which saw the Conservatives lose its overall majority from the 2015 General Election, will lead to uncertainty for many […]

The average gender pension gap has reached 40% in the EU as experts are warning the long-term effects can lead to women retiring in poverty. Businesses and governments are under pressure to address the pension gap as under-representation in the EU could lead to many women facing extremely low pension prospects compared to men. “Not […]

The Scottish PA Network Awards has named Fiona Forbes as Scottish PA of the Year 2017 as part of a conference aimed at showcasing the crucial roles PAs across the globe make within the workplace. As part of the Scottish PA Network Conference, in association with Hays PA and Secretarial recruiting firm, Forbes has been […]

Personalising a CV for the job you want can be a difficult task, especially as the way employers digest CVs continues to change, but the challenge can be even greater when faced with embarking on a new career path. Detailing which experience is the most relevant to your new job opportunities and understanding what different […]

The line-up has been announced for the panel at the upcoming London Venues Summit on 3 July. Discussing Technology and social media for events: Best practices to drive brand awareness, the panel will feature a mix of established PAs and industry experts tackling the topic of how to utilise the growing power of technology to […]

Keeping workers happy is proving to be big business with bosses, with more and more companies introducing unique benefits and perks to set themselves out from the crowd. More than three quarters of British businesses are set to invest in future benefits as it’s revealed that 34% of employees believe perks are the most important […]

Embracing self-employment comes with as many opportunities as it does responsibilities, and coming out of a PA position to take control of your career can be a daunting process. Surveying Brits on their biggest business worries, Solution Loans has compiled a list of what is keeping the self-employed awake at night. As more are turning […]

Butlin’s Conference & Events will attend the upcoming Meetings Show for the first time as part of its plans to establish itself as a leading event space provider. Hoping to challenge people’s opinions of the holiday provider, Butlin’s will be setting up a stand at London’s Olympia this June to show what opportunities they offer […]

A team up between Notting Hill chicken restaurant Cocotte and fitness studio BARREtoned is looking to get people healthy at lunchtime. Aiming to prepare people for the summer months by getting workers fit and healthy, the teams behind it are combining the controlled muscle workouts of ballet barre classes with nutritious meals. Calling the class […]

Nearly two thirds of workers aren’t happy with their workplace coffee, according to new research. In a report by One Poll, nearly half of employees admitted their hot drink facilities were outdated, unattractive and in need of a revamp as disappointing drink options ranked amongst workers’ biggest frustrations. Other office irritations included long meetings and email […]

Wyboston Lakes will be joining events association HBAA’s stand at this year’s Meetings Show to promote the resort as a key destination for conferences and training opportunities. Attending alongside the HBAA, Wyboston Lakes hopes to further establish its longstanding membership with the association, of which it is involved in the executive committee. Seeing the show […]

De Vere Latimer Estate’s plans for a £7 million renovation on the Grade I-listed mansion at the heart of the estate have led to the discovery of a hidden history on the property. Located in in Latimer, Buckinghamshire, the mansion was nicknamed the The Spy House due to its connections to World War II, although […]

Nearly two thirds of Brits claim to either love or really like their jobs as reports show that 64% of workers don’t suffer from ‘Sunday night dread’. The study marked the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards, and revealed that many across the country hold their job in high regard, with a third expecting to […]

Catering and event specialist Sodexo Prestige Venues and Events has released a guide detailing some of the UK’s top event destinations this summer. The guide, called Let It Shine, reveals venues across the country celebrating the summer in style, with seasonal treats and offers for businesses. Exploring spaces such as heritage sites, museums and sports […]

Technology in meetings needs to be used carefully to bring people together instead of causing unneeded distractions, according to a statement by Imago Venues. The conference and events venue provider researched the value of face-to-face communication in meetings and examined how technology affected audience retention. Established to unify Loughborough University’s various meeting spaces under a […]

[easingslider id=”13664″] With ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’ hitting UK offices June 23, a study has revealed the UK’s preferred dog co-workers. The research, by office furniture provider DBI Furniture Solutions, explored what workers value in their colleagues and how personality can reflect the strength of both an employee and a four-legged friend. Among […]

Who you work with can greatly influence how you work. Attitude and energy can have a huge effect on your output, but sometimes you can’t avoid working with colleagues that might be hindering your productivity. Cloud-based work management company Workfront has released a study detailing the most common types of colleague likely to sap your […]

Plans have been announced to redevelop the hotel at The Grand, a Grade II-listed Birmingham building, 15 years after it shut down. he redevelopment is expected to bring the hotel up to the standards of modern times while maintaining more than 120 years of history. The announcement revealed a partnership between building owner Hortons’ Estate […]