With AI and deepfake scams on the rise, UK mobile users are being warned about a growing threat. We are urged to be aware of voice-cloning fraud, where scammers use artificial intelligence to mimic the voices of loved ones… New data from Uswitch highlights just how widespread nuisance and scam calls remain across the UK, […]

For more than a century, Olympia has stood at the centre of London’s event landscape. Now, a major £1.3bn transformation is elevating it into a fully integrated destination that brings hospitality, entertainment and business together in one powerful ecosystem. At the heart of this reimagination is a brand-new, state-of-the-art International Convention Centre. Designed for modern […]

Madison Ayache, Vice President of CTW Events, a Clean the World Global brand, explores how team-building with purpose can be achieved with volunteering. Benefits are measurable in stronger workplace culture with positive impact for employees, organisations and communities… When you think of team building, what comes to mind? When I ask this question, the most […]

Business travel remains a vital part of how organisations build relationships, drive growth and collaborate globally. But behind every seamless trip is an EA or PA juggling rising costs, complex itineraries, last-minute changes and increasing expectations from stakeholders. What EAs & PAs want from business travel support is their own designated travel expert… On top […]

Event planning has evolved dramatically in recent years, driven by technological advancements and a focus on sustainability. From sourcing venues to managing stakeholder relationships, assistants are becoming indispensable in an industry that demands agility, innovation, and a focus on outcomes. PAs and EAs are transforming the future of event planning – find out how at […]

If you’re aiming for a pay rise before the end of this quarter, securing a promotion is one of the most effective routes. Promotions showcases your growth, reinforces your value, and positions you well to negotiate better compensation. But be aware of a  promotion without a pay rise as that can cost you… What happens […]

The Winter Retreat for Women in Events concluded this weekend at the stunning De Vere Horsley Estate in Surrey. The 1.5 day wellness experience marked another success for co-founders Gabby Austen Browne and Lucy Eden. The retreat series continues to address critical wellbeing needs within the events industry… Following the success of their inaugural Autumn […]

ICC Wales has its aim pointing at international markets and strategic connections beyond the UK.  The recent news that ICC Wales joins IAPCO – the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers  – marks an important step in the venue’s continued commitment to excellence and collaboration within the global meetings and events industry. The partnership represents […]

With the 2026 Milano‑Cortina Winter Olympics (6-22 February) just around the corner, organisations are preparing to travel across Northern Italy for what promises to be a high-profile international event… As with any large-scale global sporting event, the Games will bring increased travel volumes, crowded venues and heightened security measures. The overall security environment is best […]

For PAs, EAs and event organisers, finding venues that balance reliability, accessibility and sustainability has never been more important. Radisson Hotel Group continues to be a trusted partner for business accommodation and meetings, offering nationwide coverage, flexible event spaces and a service-led approach that understands the realities of professional booking.  Our presence at The PA Show […]

Planning a standout corporate event can be an administrative burden for EAs and PAs – you’ve got budgets to juggle, deadlines to hit, and logistics to arrange with pinpoint precision. Cue a lot of stress, and time taken away from the tasks that truly matter. That’s where Travel Counsellors for Business come in with their […]

The third edition of The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2026 on 14-15 April in Singapore is expected to exceed lats year in terms of meeting volume. The overall projected spend at the show is near USD250 million in 2026… Over half (52%) of event planners in Asia Pacific (APAC) expect to produce more meetings in 2026. […]

Raise a glass beneath the dome at St Stephen Walbrook, an unforgettable backdrop for summer drinks receptions in the heart of the City… St Stephen Walbrook, a place of inspiration, connection, and celebration, available to hire in the heart of London’s financial district. In the heart of the Square Mile, just a stone’s throw from […]

Social media has now overtaken email as the UK’s top scam channel, accounting for over a third (34%) of reported online scam incidents. Shockingly, Meta platforms are exposing users to a staggering 15 billion “high-risk” scam ads every single day, with these dodgy adverts generating roughly $7 billion in annualised revenue for the social media […]

Royal Windsor Racecourse, part of YourVenue – the dedicated meetings and events division of Arena Racing Company (ARC) – has reported a significant year-on-year increase in outdoor event activity, fuelled by rising demand for experiential, festival-style corporate formats among event planners and public event promoters. 25% jump in outdoor events in 2025 In 2025, the […]

If you work as an EA or Office Manager in 2026, you will have noticed how far your responsibilities have expanded. You handle people operations, recruitment coordination and internal communication with the precision of a project lead. Yet many of the tools placed in front of you still belong to a different era. Spreadsheets dominate […]

The business traveller checking into your property today looks very different from the one who arrived 10 or even five years ago – and corporate offerings need to adapt to the new market. Nicola Wood-Hill, Head of Sales at BWH Hotels GB discusses the generation effect on corporate travel today… Younger professionals now make up […]

The UK job market is undergoing one of its most significant shifts in a decade. Graduate vacancies have fallen sharply, down 33% year-on-year according to Indeed. This is a result of major firms cutting entry-level hiring and automate large parts of the work traditionally assigned to junior recruits. Combined with economic instability and rapid advances […]