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Toby Cruse

Chefs are giving dogs the gourmet experience

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A posh dining experience with a twist, chefs at Tailsย have revealed the ‘a la bark’, consisting ofย chunks of the companyโ€™s lamb hotpot, cooked with vegetables and dog-friendly gravy. Guaranteed to tickle the taste buds of any self-respecting hound, the dish also features a base of bespoke kibble blend. It’s topped off with a garnish of […]

41% of workers want to do more business travel

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More than two in five employees want to be more involved with business travel and just under a quarter of employees now request an additional nightโ€™s stay so they can explore their location. Commissioned by LateRooms.com Business, the survey supports the continued boom in bleisure travel in 2017, where people use business travel as an […]

Warning to Black Friday shoppers as โ€˜fakesโ€™ hit streets

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Thanksgiving celebrations across the United States are underway, and with it comes the promise of discounts and reductions from retailers ranging from titans like Amazon to the smaller businesses like PA Life. Brits are expected to spend around ยฃ7 billion during the Black Friday craze this year, and shops will be scrambling to keep up […]

Drone footage shows off event spaces in Leeds

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The Royal Armouries Museum and New Dock Hall have revealed drone video footage showcasing the stunning and modern waterfront surroundings in a unique and breathtaking way. Flying High at the Armouries and New Dock Hall Leeds from Christmas Parties in Leeds on Vimeo. Royal Armouries has been gradually growing Leedsโ€™s largest banqueting and exhibition business, […]

November declared the month of bad habits

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November is the month where most Brits will end up slipping back into their old ways, and not always for the better according to new research. A study by Electric Tobacconist has revealed that the month before Christmas, and the stress it brings, sees a large number of us turning to bad habits to make […]

PA Life readers reveal if they would get flirty for a pay rise

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What would you be willing to do for some extra cash this Christmas? Would you be willing to flirt with your boss if it led to a raise or a bonus? If you’re one of our readers, you may be pleased to know that you’re among good sort, here. A recent twitter poll asked our […]

App of the Week: 1tap receipts

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Plenty of us struggle to keep on top of our finances โ€“ particularly at this time of year โ€“ but when keeping on top of your expenses or the expenses of others, losing track isnโ€™t something you can afford to do. If you find yourself buried under a pile of receipts and donโ€™t know how […]

Half of us wish we were better with money

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More thanย half of Brits wish they were better with money, according to new research from OnePollย that revealed many of us regularly choose convenience over cost. Around 90% of us think we’re good with money, but just wish we could be better at knowing when to save and when to spend. Almost a quarter admit they […]

Top 10 stories of the week

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Before you turn in for another week, donโ€™t forget to check out our latestย Venue of the Weekย  as we continue to keep you informed on whatโ€™s happening in the events world and keep up to date onย Twitter,ย Facebookย orย LinkedIn. 1.ย What are you willing to spend on a Secret Santa? Brits have revealed how much money they’re willing […]

PA Life readers reveal how much sunlight they’re getting

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A number of our readers are finding it difficult to spend time in the daylight, according to a recent Twitter poll. Asking our followers on @PALifeMagย to reveal how often they get to leave the office to spend time outside, with a rather mixed result. Around one in three readers admitted they do get a chance […]

Would you get flirty for a pay rise?

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The British public have revealed what theyโ€™re willing to do for a little extra crash in the Christmas period, with many men finding it easier to ask for a pay rise compared to their female counterparts. The Great British Pay Rise Survey by Money Guru has revealed that many are afraid of appearing โ€˜pushyโ€™ when […]

โ€˜Instagram butlersโ€™ employed at Maldives hotel

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A hotel in the Maldives has brought in โ€˜Instagram butlersโ€™ to help guests get the best shots for their social media. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has introduced a new #InstaTrail around the resort, with knowledgeable team members helping guests to discover the most picturesque locations. Looking out for the perfect photo opportunities and teaching visitors […]

UK workers to receive the lowest salary increases in Europe in 2018

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Despite unemployment continuing to be the lowest it has been in more than 40 years, British workers are expected to receive one of the lowest salary increases across Europe as we come into the new year, according to the latest Salary Trends Report. The report by ECA Internationalย has shown that the UK is trailing far […]

Venue of the Week: Stamford Bridge

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Itโ€™s been a big year for Stamford Bridge, and thatโ€™s without discussing the football. Not being much of a sports fan myself, I wasnโ€™t sure what to expect when visiting their โ€˜experimentalโ€™ event earlier this year, but the venue has continued to grow and shift for the corporate world over the last few months. Between […]

Pay gap โ€˜virtually extinctโ€™ for self-employed and freelance workers

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New research has revealed that the gender pay gap is โ€˜virtually extinctโ€™ among freelancers and self-employed workers in the UK. The news comes as many men and women across the country have set their Out Of Office as part of Equal Pay Day, which marks the day the average woman is no longer being paid […]

New Virgin trains wants to make travel quicker and trendier

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New findings from Virgin Trains revealed that trainspotting is making a comeback with Millennials and Generation Z as hashtags such as #Train_nerds begin trending on Instagram. The news comes as the train manufacturer has started rolling out their newest model, the Azuma. Virgin is hoping all this fuss can help encourage the success of their […]

PA Life readers reveal how much they spend on a Secret Santa

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It’s the age old question: how much money is socially acceptable to spend on an office Secret Santa? Plenty of factors come into play when attempted to crack this conundrum, from social to financial, and it’s a debate that can lead to arguments, broken friendships and even office bans on the yearly tradition – so […]

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