Do we know what kids are watching online? The UK is at risk of losing a ‘common culture’ and could become more demanding and arrogant, according to the annual Childwise monitor report, which examines how children across the country are consuming media, finding that we could be raising a generation without any clear shared history […]

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.  ‘Sexist’ PA advert ‘will not be tolerated’ A job advert for a senior Executive Assistant position has been accused of sexism and discrimination after requesting […]

PA Life’s Toby Cruse get’s his hands on the latest ‘handshake’ ergonomic mouse by Dutch designer BakkerElkhuizen This isn’t the first time our readers have taken an interest in BakkerElkhuizen’s unique, ergonomic office designs, but after the popularity of our recent story covering their latest vertical mouse, built to reduce repetitive strain and wrist injury, […]

The Tower of London welcomed 80 event agents and planners for an exclusive breakfast viewing last Friday. Cared for by independent charity Historic Royal Palaces, attendees were granted access with a private Yeoman Warder tour and viewing of the world-famous Crown Jewels. They were then led to the New Armouries, the Tower’s venue for daytime […]

More than 100 delegates headed to the annual Venues of Excellence Conference in Leicester last week, where guests were given the opportunity to network, share best practice and plan for the New Year. Dubbed A Brave New World, the conference challenged attendees to focus on quality above all, while guest speakers delivered content on the […]

Employees are now putting tech high on their wish lists when looking for a new job, new research has found. A survey of 2,001 workers carried out by Laptopsdirect.co.uk, found that more than half of Brits (53 per cent) say that the standard of technology is a key consideration for accepting a new job position. […]

Women are benefitting since ditching trouser suits and shoulder pads This could be the year we see an end to traditional business attire, according to new research by Travelodge. Examining the modern workplace, Brits are more likely to be found sporting jeans and trainers than a full suit, with around 70% preferring to dress comfortably. […]

The gender pay gap is alive and well for most of us, according to new research The average worker is expected to earn just over a million pounds during their career, with that figure expected to drop drastically for women compared to men according to new studies by Casumo. Across the country, the average worker […]

The UK serviced apartment sector enjoyed strong growth throughout 2017, according to new figures from ASAP and STR. Based on STR’s year-end performance figures, UK serviced apartments recorded an actual occupancy level of 81.7 per cent, a 0.2 per cent increase over 2016. Meanwhile, average daily rate (ADR) spiked by 5.4 per cent to £148.48. […]

How often do you get time to unwind? The British workforce has been revealed to spend their lunch, breaks and off-time to take part in other busywork. Research by Electric Tobacconist has revealed that workers suffering from Time Poverty are no longer taking a breather during their time off, instead using the time to tackle […]

CEO of Trustees Unlimited, Ian Joseph, explains how bosses could benefit from staff volunteering Over one in four people formally volunteer once a month and about one-fifth of the UK population is involved in social action in their local community, according to a new report from the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO). Tapping into […]

After celebrating its 170th anniversary last year, Searcys honoured the very best of its teams at the Searcys Annual Awards in London on January 18 2018. The event allowed the company to present its greatest achievements to an audience of 150 guests, including catering managers, chefs and sales and marketing teams from 29 different venues. […]

Millions of workers are being left in the dark over how much sick pay they are entitled to, with many unaware that they could be facing a From Subject Received Size Categories Anita Patel Re: Have you been left in the dark? 13:09 91 KB salary shortfall if they are unwell and unable to work. […]

As a PA, your reputation is on the line every time you organise a meeting. From C-suite roundtables to weekly status calls, execution must be flawless. Tick one hassle off the list and order catering online with OfficeServe, a catering platform for breakfast meetings, working lunch and afternoon tea. Here’s the situation: you have a […]

Our readers have responded to the latest Twitter poll, revealing which social media networks they put their trust in, and which are considered less trustworthy. Which social media sites do you trust the most?https://t.co/wb6Kcd4kR3 — PA Life (@PALifeMag) January 22, 2018 Asking our readers which websites they thought were most trustworthy, LinkedIn ranked top with […]

City Pantry brings corporate food into the digital age. With a best-in-class platform built to save time and reduce stress, we deliver delicious meals from London’s restaurants as a catalyst to get teams working better, together There’s a big meeting coming up, and your team needs to be fed. You reach for your contacts book, […]

Take visitors on a trip beneath London Taking guests beneath the City of Westminster through a series of interconnected tunnels, the Churchill War Rooms are an opportunity to invite clients on a journey through history. The secret underground bunker was used as the nerve centre of British leadership by Prime Minister Winston Churchill during World […]

Top opportunity for job hunters Job hunters will be overwhelmed with opportunities, according to CV Library, which revealed that that this is expected to be the busiest time for job hunters and the ideal way to. With that in mind, the recruitment specialist has come up with their top tips to get ahead of the […]