Fewer travel programmes are catering for groups of travellers with additional needs compared to 2022. After what looked like an encouraging spike in the number of European travel and procurement managers claiming their travel programmes are built with special consideration for these travellers last year, new data from Business Travel Show Europe appears to show […]

Business Travel Show Europe is the largest corporate travel event in Europe. The show’s two jam-packed days of meetings, content and networking are designed specifically for travel buyers, procurement and HR managers, EAs and PAs.  And this year, we are celebrating 30 years of bringing the industry together. The show is where more than 3,000 […]

The second Quarterly Market Update report for 2024, was released last week by SilverDoor, the world’s leading serviced apartment agent. The findings detail that shifting political landscapes and legislation, particularly in the US and India, alongside increased demand for hybrid working, are key drivers for growing demand for corporate travel globally… Bills and ballots to […]

Research from Towergate Health & Protection into health and wellbeing support reveals that 83% of overseas staff lack proper health support as their employees give a cash lump sum for them to choose their own benefits – which, it warns, is rarely the best option. Sarah Dennis, head of international at Towergate Health & Protection […]

Knowing the proper steps to business trip planning is crucial for business professionals seeking to optimise their travel endeavours. Implementing effective strategies and leveraging innovative technologies can make organising your business trip hassle-free and more efficient.  Here are some tips on how to plan business travel like a pro 1. Set a Detailed Itinerary Setting […]

An embedded culture of overwork and unpaid overtime in UK workplaces is taking a severe toll on business and workers, according to new research released today by Protime UK. The research, conducted among 2,000 UK employees, found excessive workloads and unrealistic expectations from managers are driving a work environment that undermines employee, motivation, productivity, retention […]

We have seen a huge rise in fraud recent years. In 2023, £2.3billion was lost to fraud in the UK, with reported cases rising by 18%. But which types of fraud are rising the most quickly? And what steps can be taken to avoid falling victim? The experts at Scams.info have studied the number of […]

Over the past 12 months, searches for ‘generative artificial intelligence’ have soared by 1,300% as Brits have become more intrigued by the new technology. However, a quarter (25%) of Brits predict that AI will have a negative impact on society, with feelings of anxiety continuing to grow as the tool expands.With this in mind, Christoph […]

Business Travel Show Europe 2024 – 19-20 June, ExCeL:  Two jam-packed days of meetings, content and networking as we celebrate our 30th anniversary. Business Travel Show Europe is the largest corporate travel event in Europe: two jam-packed days of meetings, content and networking designed specifically for travel buyers, procurement and HR managers, EAs and PAs.   […]

This July the London Christmas Party Show will be celebrating its 10th anniversary with their biggest Show yet when it returns to the iconic Art Deco, Freemasons’ Hall on 16 – 17 July 2024. What’s at the London Christmas Party Show 2024? The London Christmas Party Show, organised by boutique London event management agency, Story […]

On May 10th, the National Gallery celebrated its 200th birthday, kicking off the Big Birthday Weekend with a late opening. It was a free, but ticketed, public event with stunning light projections on the iconic building for the public to watch in Trafalgar Square. Sienna Shipton, our intern at PA Life, delves into an exclusive […]

Organisers of The PA Show, the leading event for executive support professionals, have unveiled the launch of the PA Show Summer Summit and Supplier Awards. The event, set to take place on 17 July at the prestigious HAC Ground, London, will gather personal assistants, executive assistants, office managers and all support professionals seeking to enhance […]

After something a little different for your summer work do this year? Why not book a 2 hour private karaoke room for your summer social at Lucky Voice and really let your team cut loose! Venues are located in Soho, Islington, Holborn, Liverpool Street and Brighton, plus the newest edition in Waterloo – all open […]

The success of an organisation typically hinges on the performance of its most valuable asset: its employees. A highly motivated, engaged workforce is a vital component for innovation, productivity and, ultimately, profitability. But maintaining employee morale and commitment can be a challenge, particularly as workloads become larger and the risk of burnout becomes greater. One […]

Let’s face it, managing corporate travel budgets can be a daunting task. Particularly as global business travel and event costs reached record highs in 2022 and 2023 and are forecast to keep climbing in 2024*. But what if you could partner with a team of expert travel advisors who excel in finding cost-effective and transparent […]

Winners of Tomorrow’s Talent 2024, The Meetings Show initiative designed to put the spotlight on emerging talent in the events industry, share their tips for organising successful events and getting ahead in the events sector.   Organising meetings and events is within the remit of most EA and PA roles, but the events sector is […]

EAs and PAs looking to get ahead in meetings and events should block out 19 and 20 June to attend The Meetings Show 2024. The two day event provides access to the industry’s top suppliers, plus you can pick up top career advice and make worthy connections. Let’s look at the key benefits for PAs […]

In 2023, 44% of UK workers were working remotely in some capacity, according to research. But with such a significant number of remote roles, how can employers ensure their data remains protected? The experts at application security SaaS company Indusface have provided their specialist insight to help employers ensure ways to protect company data in […]