43% of UK business owners are not confident they could make redundancies in line with the law, according to a survey carried out by BrightHR. With a third of UK organisations expected to cut jobs in the next quarter of 2020, according to the latest Labour Market Outlook, the firm says its results are a […]

A job interview is the scenario most likely to leave Brits feeling hot under the collar – ahead of being the centre of attention, something not going to plan and doing a presentation. The study of 2,000 UK adults revealed meeting the in-laws for the first time, the first day of a job and taking […]

Delta Airlines has restarted a daily service on the London Heathrow to New York-JFK route, two months after it resumed flights between London and Atlanta. The airline says it remains the only one offering nonstop service between the UK and United States that is keeping middle seats blocked and capping capacity throughout the aircraft on […]

25% of Brits believe COVID-19 will have a negative impact on health and safety in the workplace, with 15% saying it will have a negative effect with health & safety being taken to the extreme. That’s according to a survey commissioned by Lenstore, which also revealed 31% of Brits believe COVID-19 will have a positive effect […]

Kerry Edwards has been appointed as the new Managing Director of boutique event agency Bien Venue, replacing agency owner Sam Elliott in the role. Edwards has been promoted from within the business, from a Client Director position, and will now lead sales, operations and finance teams and suppliers as Elliott moves to a CEO capacity to […]

Three quarters of UK employees (74%) trust their employer to create a physically safe and healthy work environment, while the vast majority (92%) of employees are at least “a little” comfortable with contact tracing led by their employer for the purpose of organisational safety. That’s according to a global survey of 3,903 employees across Australia […]

Many of their venues in The Venues Collection (TVC), including Yarnfield Park, Kents Hill Park, Eastwood Hall and Milton Hill House, are now open and hosting small, socially distanced training courses and events. Alexandra House and Sedgebrook Hall will be re-opening from 1st September. TVC is accredited by Visit Britain’s ‘We’re Good To Go’ standard, […]

We’re delighted to confirm that the second PA Life LIVE Post Lockdown Reboot virtual event will take place on September 30th – and you can secure your free place today! Join PAs, EAs, VAs and office managers for a virtual conference that will help you navigate all your current challenges, including getting your business up […]

After months of getting used to the loungewear life, Brits are bracing themselves for a corporate culture shock – as a return to the office looms. Say hello to the earlier starts, the kettle more than just a few feet away and having to actually dress to impress… Footwear retailer, Shoe Zone, has put together […]

Visitor registration is open for The Meetings Show – the UK’s leading platform for the world’s meetings and events community. The Meetings Show – rescheduled to October due to the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic – will run a comprehensive, interactive virtual element alongside the live event to keep business meetings and events professionals […]

Britain has become a nation of ‘polytaskers’ – doing many tasks from the different areas of their lives at the same time – as lifestyles have dramatically changed this year. After spending the last few months juggling everything from work, parenting, home-schooling and being in a relationship – often at the same time, Brits have […]

Venues + Events Live Digital launches 23-24 September, providing an opportunity for learning and discussion throughout a challenging time. Engage with key industry experts and network with your peers through a fun, interactive and easy to use platform. Connect with some of the UK’s most amazing venues and innovative event suppliers who will be available […]

The PA Life Club is currently offering every new member that signs up by August 21st, an additional 4 months membership – completely FREE! Sign-up by August 21st and your membership will continue until December 2021! Use code PALC16M in the “Reference Code” area of booking and enjoy your all-inclusive benefits, such as; Priority invites to all PA Life […]

The Belfry Hotel & Resort has been awarded AIM secure accreditation, the UK’s only recognised quality standard for the meeting industry. The resorts says its AIM Secure Accreditation demonstrates its commitment to delivering a healthy and hygienic environment and high-quality meeting and events facilities for its guests, as well as its safe service delivery and compliance […]

PA Life is delighted to introduce the Wellbeing In Nature series of videos, designed to help the wellbeing of corporate event organisers, including PAs and EAs. The series has been created by The Soul Camp, which has teamed up with PA Life and parent company Forum Events & Media Group as part of the Corporate […]

Due to the recent updates from the government, we have made the decision to move the date of the Summit to the 19th November – Hilton London Canary Wharf. Still forming the same concept, your guest pass includes; a personalised itinerary of relaxed meetings with top industry suppliers, networking with fellow professionals that share your challenges, all meals and […]

UK Consortia Venues of Excellence (VoE) and Academic Venue Solutions (AVS) have announced a new business collaboration for members, as venues in both memberships continue to reopen their businesses after the COVID-19 lockdown. The events industry has been hugely impacted during the lockdown, and as restrictions slowly ease, both consortia recognised the challenges their members […]

The PA Life Recommended Supplier Directory is home to dozens of trusted Food & Drink partners ready to help keep ypur staff and clients fed and watered. Our list of specialists covers everything from event catering to cake deliveries – There’s something to suit every requirement! Start Your Search Now Not part of the Directory? […]