Agency bookings have increased from 14 per cent to 28 per cent in the last 12 months at the Barbican, according to the venue. The Barbican is one of the world’s leading conference and international arts venues. Located in the City of London, it can hold meetings from 10-2,000 delegates in its concert hall, theatres, […]
Finding a job in the summer months can be tough, and making sure your CV is up to date and relevant is vital when against so much competition. Whether looking for a temporary summer job, a fresh start or a career change, your application begins with your CV, and making it attractive and readable for […]
Farnham Castle Meeting and Conference Centre has become the latest venue to join Lime Venue Portfolio. The venue joins Hever Castle, Beaulieu and Hatfield House within the portfolio and gives event organisers a choice of historic venues across the South East. Farnham Castle has already established itself within the conference and training market, with its […]
Next month the De Vere Tortworth Court will complete a £5 million refurbishment. One of Gloucestershire’s hidden countryside retreats, the Grade II listed Victorian mansion is part of the De Vere portfolio of country estate hotels and, following the refurbishment, will boast some of the largest suites in the county. With a history dating back […]
Discover the hidden history at the heart of London this summer at Banqueting House. Explore the largest palace in Europe, 300 years after it burned to the ground. Take a journey through Whitehall’s modern streets as you hear, touch and feel the past. Using a handheld wooden digital device you will travel back in time […]
As The Meetings Show begins to draw to a close, there’s still plenty to do going into day three. Following on from the last two days of presentations, seminars and networking opportunities tackling subjects from dealing with agencies and guest speakers to understanding marketing and statistics. Keep an eye out while travelling across the event […]
London’s Hippodrome Casino is partnering with PA Life to host the new London PA Summit. The one-day event will take place on 7 November and invites PAs, EAs and administrative assistants to make relevant connections with key industry venues and suppliers. An extension of the highly successful PA Life Summit, the London PA Summit brings […]
British girl band Atomic Kitten have set their sights on the events industry as the original line-up are set to return to the stage. Breaking onto the UK music scene in 1999 with the hit Right Now, the saw success throughout the early 2000s with songs including The Tide is High, and Whole Again. Starring […]
The Meetings Show is in full swing as the PA Life team return for day two. Yesterday offered a range of seminars, featuring discussions ranging from how to adapt your business to the changing times with Excellence Squared CEO Paul Bridle, how to manage multi-city meetings with CEO of ABBIT Maarten Vanneste and even exploring […]
A report we at PA Life Towers can totally relate to – nearly half of office workers claim that the office temperature is what causes the most frustration and differences of opinion in the workplace. A survey of more than 1,300 employees by Elmo Oil has found that 57 per cent consider their office too […]
Brexit will increase competition for well-qualified staff and make it more difficult to recruit senior staff. Those are the top-line findings of the latest CIPD/Hays Resouring and Talent Planning survey of over 1,000 HR professionals. The report reveals that some 72 per cent of HR professionals believe that competition for talent will increase over the […]
A new study of 2,000 people has revealed that three quarters will eat just before bedtime, with 58 per cent reaching for naughty treats that may hinder sleep. Most popular evening tit-bits include chocolate, crisps, biscuits and buttered toast. But while many people feel hungry before bedtime, a fifth believe their choice of food may […]
The average British commuter will spend over £48,000 across their working lifetime getting to work. And over a 47-year working life, Brits will spend over a year of their lives commuting to and from work, with 68 per cent driving, 11 per cent taking the train, and eight per cent cycling. The study of 2,000 […]
Once again, the opportunity to meet new people and rediscover old acquaintances will sit at the heart of The Meetings Show. Spread across the whole week, the networking programme includes a host of official show, partner and exhibitor events. Here’s what to expect on day one. MPI’s Post Show Charity Party will kick off in […]
Christmas at Corrigan Collection is a special affair. The Corrigan Collection offer old-fashioned hospitality, with a very modern approach and food that is not just award winning, but has Richard Corrigan’s very unique interpretation. Quality, seasonal ingredients cooked with care, passion and attention. The Corrigan Collection can offer private lunches or dinners for as few […]
The IAAF World Championships Exclusive Hospitality are looking back through their favourite British sporting moments over the past 60 years to celebrate the World Championships coming to London for the first time ever this summer. Digging deep through the archives, the team have listed iconic sporting moments alongside recently uncovered, little-known moments on British soil […]
LinkedIn is becoming a major factor in the recruiting process. Searching an applicant’s name online will usually lead to finding their LinkedIn profile topping of the page, so making sure your profile is up to scratch is vital. Examining the worst LinkedIn profiles found by recruiters, the Fast Company has listed how to avoid the […]
Freelance, temporary and virtual assistants could be put at risk following the results of the UK General Election, according to a recruitment specialist. The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has warned that the snap election, which saw the Conservatives lose its overall majority from the 2015 General Election, will lead to uncertainty for many […]
