Reusable coffee cups have topped a list of the coolest things in 2018, followed by going on holiday to an unusual destination and going to the gym. A poll of 2,000 UK adults found one in 10 agreed rain macs are now ‘cooler’ than leather jackets, and brunch has beaten lunch and breakfast as the […]

Birmingham’s first ever PA Awards has announced its line-up of finalists, which includes PAs, EAs and VAs. Made up of 25 individuals from some of the region’s most prominent professionals services organisations, as well as retailers, leading charities and self-employed VAs, the winners of the inaugural awards will be unveiled by the Birmingham PA Forum […]

We have started work on the July/August issue and are looking for members of the industry to get involved in two upcoming features: Dyslexia in the workplace Do you have dyslexia and have been discriminated by your current or previous employer? Do you think more awareness needs to be raised about dyslexia in the workplace? […]

Limo Plus offers PAs its top tips on making the classic horse racing event an unforgettable experience Royal Ascot, one of the most important events in the global horse racing calendar, is the place to be seen this summer. However, underneath the surface of its sophisticated British charm lies careful planning and logistics, from the […]

If you fancy a job change, there’s still time for you to apply to be Victoria Beckham’s PA. The job is still listed on the Victoria Beckham website, with the position being based in Battersea. No salary is listed and, unsurprisingly, ‘discretion and confidentiality’ is listed as a must. Other duties include: • Ensure NDAs are […]

The Meetings Show will be celebrating the Year of the Woman next month, with a focus on the role women play in the meetings and events industry high on the agenda of its education programme. Women in Hospitality 2020 (WiH2020) will be using The Meetings Show, which takes place on June 27th & 28th, to launch the […]

With an abundance of atmosphere and history, The National Museum of the Royal Navy offers a unique collection of venues that is unparalleled in the United Kingdom. While all of the sites lie outside the capital, they are spread across the UK. The sites include HMS Trincomalee and The National Museum of the Royal Navy […]

Across two Victorian warehouses in central Shoreditch, JJ Media offers 11 unique venues to hire. From shabby chic accents to 1920s interiors, each building provides alternative venues to host conferences, dinners, away-days, meetings, product launches and building takeovers. JJ Media is on hand to assist with everything you need to create your perfect day. With […]

As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. 1. Are you taking life too seriously? You’re not alone Six in 10 Brits admit they take life too seriously, according to a study conducted by Nestle, which presumably […]

PA Life Club members will get the chance to visit The Coal Shed in London, known for its locally sourced chargrilled steak, seafood, sharing platters and Sunday roasts. Taking place on June 12 from 6 – 8pm, guests will be able to check out the venue’s private dining room, which can seat up to 20 […]

Almost two thirds of British workers feel uncomfortable taking time off work when they’re ill, according to new research. Employee services firm Personal Group and online doctor service videoDoc have unveiled the findings of a nationally representative survey of 2,496 UK employees on their attitudes and behaviours around work ‘presenteeism’ (working while sick) and illness […]

‘They don’t fit in’, ‘they don’t want the hassle’ and ‘all the good ones have already gone’ – Just some of the excuses offered up by FTSE 350 company Chairs and CEOs when quizzed on why they didn’t have more women on their boards. The quite frankly shocking state of affairs was revealed the team […]

Join tennis legends Xavier Malisse and Henri Leconte at Gleneagles’ outdoor courts this summer for an unforgettable garden party. Taking place June 24, 2018 from 2pm to 5.30pm, guests will enjoy Veuve Clicquot Champagne and decadent canapés featuring the finest Scottish produce, followed by a sumptuous Afternoon Tea picnic. Expect copious amounts of fizz, as […]

Travelodge has been around for 33 years, making it a well-known brand but not one that many people really know. It’s grown and changed almost unrecognisably since it became Britain’s first budget hotel chain in 1985 – we bet it’s not the Travelodge you think you know: 546 hotels in the UK (and a further […]

Baygo is an exciting new fast casual restaurant in the City of London, providing the City with a fresh taste of the Caribbean, and most importantly… sunshine. Eat in, take-away or order for office catering. The Baygo mission is to innovate and change the perception of what Caribbean food is and can be, and the […]

Forget ‘Laurel or Yanny’, the question that’s long divided offices and homes is ‘dinner or tea’? And who’s right? New YouGov analysis among more than 42,000 English people reveals that across England as a whole, the majority (57 per cent) call it ‘dinner’, while just over a third (36 per cent) opt for ‘tea’. The […]

Six in 10 Brits admit they take life too seriously, according to a study conducted by Nestle, which presumably thinks its chocolate can help turn those frowns upside down. Its researchers in white coats polled 2,000 UK adults and found most are so caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life they’re losing their […]

Yesterday a group of PAs, including PA Life Club members, took part in the second PA Life Masterclass, which proved a resounding success. With a key focus on event planning, guests learnt new skills and took away tricks of the trade to ensure their next event reaches new levels. Taking place at No. 4 Hamilton […]