Visitor registration is now open for The Meetings Show 2024, the UK’s leading event that brings together the world’s meetings and events community. The show returns to ExCeL London on 19 and 20 June and will give event planners the opportunity to meet with hundreds of global suppliers under one roof. The excellent seminar programme […]

The global talent shortage is still a reality for many companies and attracting the right candidates requires ingenuity. A consulting company devised an interactive challenge for potential employees that tests if job candidates can beat AI.   The skilled workforce shortage has been an ongoing issue for the last few years, especially in fields that […]

Research from Totaljobs, the UK’s leading hiring platform, in partnership with the Fawcett Society reveal that over a quarter of working mothers’ careers after parental leave hit obstacles and even stall. This is higher in comparison to 21% of working fathers. 18% of mothers went as far as to say they had been left out […]

Global business travel has bounced back with a vengeance, with 83% of travel planners stating that their company’s business travel has increased since the previous year*. Face-to-face meetings and events, the need to explore new markets or foster international relationships have resumed. And with travel costs stabilising this has all contributed to executives and teams […]

A gift from Fortnum & Mason is always guaranteed to impress, and their hampers are the go-to choice when you want to treat someone for a foodie gift you know they’ll love. Whether you have business clients to thank or staff to reward, you can’t go wrong with a Fortnum & Mason hamper. Eid is […]

In the growing world of technology, graduates are struggling to find jobs, resulting in brutal competition. Especially for those without work experience or connections. This can over time result in serious graduate debt with an interest rate warning worth paying attention to. Nearly half of students admitting to facing serious barriers when it comes to […]

Gender equality in the workplace has taken giant leaps over the last decades. However, we still have a way to go. Issues such as equal pay and the ‘motherhood tax’ are still affecting women, keeping many from reaching their full potential and achieving financial levels and equal wealth to men. One critical element in the […]

Finland’s secret is a low-stress, high trust, high innovation lifestyle. For the 7th year in a row, Finland ranks as the happiest country in the world in the UN World Happiness Report. Why? The answer is rooted in the fundamental trust present throughout Finnish society, enabling individuals to feel safe and relaxed. Another reason is […]

London stage musical phenomenon Wicked extends its run into 2025. This is great news for musical theatre fans as  ‘Wicked Direct’ clients can now book all performances for ‘London’s #1 show’ until 21 December 2025. The 37th booking extension is testament to the shows huge popularity. Tickets are now on public sale until Sunday 1 […]

The Meetings Show has unveiled the Tomorrow’s Talent 2024 winners. The initiative champions  emerging talent within the meetings and events industry by selecting 10 future leaders in the meetings and events industry.  Now in its sixth year, Tomorrow’s Talent shines a spotlight on rising stars within the industry and provides them with unbeatable opportunities to […]

Research of 2,000 adults found 32 per cent feel they would ‘never’ be successful when it comes to trying to stick to an exercise plan, while 28 per cent feel the same about eating healthily or losing weight. We look at why Brits are struggling to fit exercise in… As a result, of those who […]

Volunteering boosts productivity that’s estimated to be worth billions to the UK economy each year, a new study finds. nteering boosts productivity . The report by Pro Bono Economics (PBE), commissioned by national volunteering charity Royal Voluntary Service, estimates productivity gains worth at least £4.6 billion each year, or £4,551 per volunteer(1), arising from volunteering […]

Our Editor enjoyed a taste of India at the newly opened Cinnamon Bazaar in Richmond, South West London’s leafy neighbourhood… Vivek Singh, the man behind some of London’s most popular Indian restaurants, including The Cinnamon Club and Cinnamon Kitchen, has opened Cinnamon Bazaar in the leafy suburb of Richmond. From a Bazaar breakfast with spiced […]

Executive Assistants are master meeting planners. So it makes sense that they’re frequently asked to organise offsites and other in-person meetings in addition to their other responsibilities. If you’re an Executive Assistant tasked with this, there is one thing to keep in mind: offsite planning mistakes will happen to all of us. Providers of innovating […]

Administrative professionals have long served as the backbone of any organisation, and they are very much still that in today’s fast-paced and technologically driven world.  They are the gatekeepers of information, the orchestrators of schedules, and the glue that holds teams together.  As the landscape of business continues to evolve, so too must the skills […]

Over the last month, Google searches for ‘trading for beginners’ surged by 90% in the UK. The explosive popularity of TikTok’s ‘FinTok’ or ‘MoneyTok” financial education videos, which have amassed over 23 billion views, indicates a widespread quest for online financial guidance. Trading can be a perfect side hustle for many but before you invest […]

The City knows how to celebrate business wins, entertain clients and reward staff in style. The dining and drinking culture is still very much alive within the square mile, as is demand for exclusive private dining in the City of London.  Whether you are looking for a classic corporate vibe or something a little more […]

In support of the Mayor of London’s campaign to encourage a further return to the office, 15Hatfields supports off-peak Fridays by offering a competitive end of week rate for events and is calling on other venues and event suppliers to follow suit. With organisers continuing to face the ongoing challenge of rising costs, following the […]