The Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square opened in September, following a multi-million pound phased refurbishment which left no stone unturned; and this winter, 1 in 10 delegates goes free!* Rich in heritage and local charm, The Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square has been carefully designed to meet the needs of today’s modern traveller, incorporating unique features customary […]
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Christmas Parties & Private Dining with River Views
Northbank Restaurant in the City of London celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, having served City workers the best of British cuisine since 2007. Northbank is perfectly located for corporate events with its outstanding river views over the South Bank. The intimate private dining space accommodates up to 20 guests in a semi-private area with […]
Office* announces Jeans for Genes Day as its charity partner for 2018
Jeans for Genes Day is the annual fundraising campaign for Genetic Disorders UK, the national charity that supports individuals and families affected by a genetic disorder. The next Jeans for Genes Day will be Friday 21st September 2018. Laura Pattison, Campaign Director at Jeans for Genes comments “we are delighted to partner with office* because […]
What lucky charms do you bring to job interviews?
You’ve arranged to meet for a job interview, but how do you prepare? A superstitious bunch, us Brits will regularly depend on good luck charms to make us feel more confident when it comes to job interviews, deadline days and other stressful situations. I personally have never entered a job interview without first playing the […]
10 things to know about the General Data Protection Regulation
On 25 May 2018 the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force and will change the way organisations manage personal data. With less than six months to go, XpertHR advises that employers should start preparing now and has compiled a top 10 list of things all employers need to know about the GDPR. The […]
What’s the secret to becoming a CEO?
What career path should you consider if you’re aiming for the top? According to new research, a ‘traditional’ job and a lot of patience is the secret to success. Bernard Forgues from emlyon business school worked with colleagues to identify the career trajectories of the top 100 CEOs according to the Fortune 100 listing of […]
Apps of the Week: Christmas Shopping
You work hard, you have a strict and busy schedule to keep you afloat amongst the deadlines, expectations and responsibilities of modern life. Then the holiday season strikes and now there’s more pressure on your time and money than ever, perhaps you might even consider a nice relaxing divorce to calm yourself down. Looking to […]
Brits reminded to remember the vulnerable this Christmas
A charity helpline was so inundated with calls from vulnerable and isolated older people last Christmas – it struggled to answer more than 5,000 due to a lack of funding. More than a million pensioners admitted feeling lonely over the Christmas period, due to living alone or having no one to talk to. The Silver […]
Top 10 stories of the week
Before you turn in for another week, don’t forget to check out our latest Venue of the Week 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. App of the Week: 1tap receipts Plenty of us struggle to keep on top of our finances – particularly at […]
Workers reveal their weird daily rituals
Do you find yourself living to a series of odd rituals that you tend to set yourself? Be it the way you make your tea or eat your breakfast, you aren’t alone. Hundreds of Twitter users are confessing their weird life rules to the aptly named @WeirdLifeRules, which has made it their mission to reveal […]
Join Asemblr at Google for a focus group this Friday
Asemblr, PA Life’s white label event planning platform, is a new digital proposition helping transform the event planning process. They are continuing to improve their solution to provide an end to end booking tool for all types of events. This innovative platform has been designed with PAs in mind and needs your event planning expertise […]
Chefs are giving dogs the gourmet experience
A posh dining experience with a twist, chefs at Tails have revealed the ‘a la bark’, consisting of chunks of the company’s lamb hotpot, cooked with vegetables and dog-friendly gravy. Guaranteed to tickle the taste buds of any self-respecting hound, the dish also features a base of bespoke kibble blend. It’s topped off with a garnish of […]
41% of workers want to do more business travel
More than two in five employees want to be more involved with business travel and just under a quarter of employees now request an additional night’s stay so they can explore their location. Commissioned by LateRooms.com Business, the survey supports the continued boom in bleisure travel in 2017, where people use business travel as an […]
Venue of the Week: No. 11 Cavendish Square
No.11 Cavendish Square is located at the heart of the West End, easily accessible to underground links at Oxford Circus or Bond Street. Within 20 different rooms the venue dramatically combines period features of the Georgian era. Large windows overlooking Cavendish Square, ornate fireplaces, chandeliers and cornicing are juxtaposed with contemporary conference suites in an […]
Warning to Black Friday shoppers as ‘fakes’ hit streets
Thanksgiving celebrations across the United States are underway, and with it comes the promise of discounts and reductions from retailers ranging from titans like Amazon to the smaller businesses like PA Life. Brits are expected to spend around £7 billion during the Black Friday craze this year, and shops will be scrambling to keep up […]
Drone footage shows off event spaces in Leeds
The Royal Armouries Museum and New Dock Hall have revealed drone video footage showcasing the stunning and modern waterfront surroundings in a unique and breathtaking way. Flying High at the Armouries and New Dock Hall Leeds from Christmas Parties in Leeds on Vimeo. Royal Armouries has been gradually growing Leeds’s largest banqueting and exhibition business, […]
November declared the month of bad habits
November is the month where most Brits will end up slipping back into their old ways, and not always for the better according to new research. A study by Electric Tobacconist has revealed that the month before Christmas, and the stress it brings, sees a large number of us turning to bad habits to make […]
How to avoid embarrassment at your office Christmas party
Curated Digital’s Enya Collins has put put together the main points of embarrassment to look out for this Christmas For the average employee, the office Christmas party offers a chance to relax, unwind, and find the liquid courage to finally confess your undying love to your office crush. While having a good time and […]

















