A number of our readers are finding it difficult to spend time in the daylight, according to a recent Twitter poll. Asking our followers on @PALifeMag to reveal how often they get to leave the office to spend time outside, with a rather mixed result. Around one in three readers admitted they do get a chance […]
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PA Life readers reveal how much sunlight they’re getting
New data shows Brits find Christmas more stressful than divorce
With just over a month until Christmas Day arrives, new figures have revealed that a quarter of Brits find the festive day more stressful than divorce. According to figures found by Zeek, a giftcard retailer, 15 per cent cited that Christmas is worse than moving house, while one in ten revealed it is more stressful […]
Brits are putting off dealing with problems, reveals data
One in five Brits have admitted that they put off dealing with problems until it’s ‘too late’. New research, commissioned by ColdZyme Mouth Spray, found that 44% interviewed admitted that they only take notice when it’s too late to do anything about it. Similarly, 87% admitted to burying their heads in the sand and ending […]
Would you get flirty for a pay rise?
The British public have revealed what they’re willing to do for a little extra crash in the Christmas period, with many men finding it easier to ask for a pay rise compared to their female counterparts. The Great British Pay Rise Survey by Money Guru has revealed that many are afraid of appearing ‘pushy’ when […]
‘Instagram butlers’ employed at Maldives hotel
A hotel in the Maldives has brought in ‘Instagram butlers’ to help guests get the best shots for their social media. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has introduced a new #InstaTrail around the resort, with knowledgeable team members helping guests to discover the most picturesque locations. Looking out for the perfect photo opportunities and teaching visitors […]
UK workers to receive the lowest salary increases in Europe in 2018
Despite unemployment continuing to be the lowest it has been in more than 40 years, British workers are expected to receive one of the lowest salary increases across Europe as we come into the new year, according to the latest Salary Trends Report. The report by ECA International has shown that the UK is trailing far […]
Venue of the Week: Stamford Bridge
It’s been a big year for Stamford Bridge, and that’s without discussing the football. Not being much of a sports fan myself, I wasn’t sure what to expect when visiting their ‘experimental’ event earlier this year, but the venue has continued to grow and shift for the corporate world over the last few months. Between […]
Pay gap ‘virtually extinct’ for self-employed and freelance workers
New research has revealed that the gender pay gap is ‘virtually extinct’ among freelancers and self-employed workers in the UK. The news comes as many men and women across the country have set their Out Of Office as part of Equal Pay Day, which marks the day the average woman is no longer being paid […]
New Virgin trains wants to make travel quicker and trendier
New findings from Virgin Trains revealed that trainspotting is making a comeback with Millennials and Generation Z as hashtags such as #Train_nerds begin trending on Instagram. The news comes as the train manufacturer has started rolling out their newest model, the Azuma. Virgin is hoping all this fuss can help encourage the success of their […]
PA Life readers reveal how much they spend on a Secret Santa
It’s the age old question: how much money is socially acceptable to spend on an office Secret Santa? Plenty of factors come into play when attempted to crack this conundrum, from social to financial, and it’s a debate that can lead to arguments, broken friendships and even office bans on the yearly tradition – so […]
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Looking for a gift that your conference delegates and VIPs will cherish? A gift that will demonstrate how important they are to your business? A gift that rewards and recognises employee achievement? In which case look no further. At Cross we have pens to suit every budget, business occasion and style. With a wide range […]
Will you be joining us for a test drive at our December Club event?
The PA Life Club has been invited to test out the tracks at Mercedes-Benz World this December for a VIP driving adventure, will you be joining us? Offering a unique conference and events experience, you’ll get a chance to tour the large event facilities and trial the food on offer and get behind the wheel on […]
Are you getting enough sunlight?
British workers are being told to step out in the sunlight as reports reveal that shorter days and longer office hours are affecting our vitamin D intake. The study, by Healthspan, showed that many are spending just an hour in the sun every day as the winter draws in. The average working Brit is taking in […]
App of the Week: ClearFocus
It’s been well documented by PA Life that we can actually work harder if we take more breaks in between tasks, as spending too long staring at one task can leave you distracted and actually negatively affect your workload. There are plenty of ways to combat this, be it by breaking up the day with […]
Top 10 stories of the week
Before you turn in for another week, don’t forget to check out our brand new Christmas Top Picks segment as we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. 1. Cleaning office mess improves our productivity British workers have admitted they find tidying to be satisfying rather than […]
What are you willing to spend on a Secret Santa?
Brits have revealed how much money they’re willing to part with for a Secret Santa pressie, as more and more people are looking online for the perfect gift. Data from Google Trends also revealed that searches for ‘Secret Santa’ doubled since 2012 as more people are becoming comfortable with online shopping. An online survey conducted by business energy […]
Women working for free for the rest of the year
Women are turning on their Out of Office messages to raise awareness of the gender pay gap as part of Equal Pay Day, the day the average woman begins working for free until the end of the year compared to their male counterparts. Women and men across the country have set up their email accounts […]

















