Which airports can you expect to send you off in style, and which could leave you stuck in a lengthy queue? Which? asked passengers about their airport experiences and, with more than 10,000 responses, you can use their views to fly from the best UK airports and avoid the worst. Although large airports are well […]
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20% of candidates miss out on job opportunities because they aren’t the right ‘cultural fit’
Workers across the country could be missing out on jobs because they aren’t considered the right fit for company culture, according research released from job board totaljobs. One in five bosses have admitted they have chosen not to hire a candidate based on if they were considered a poor fit in the office. Just 1% […]
Grazing Catering launches on-demand ordering system
Grazing Catering, the flexible workplace and venue food company, has today announced the launch of ‘Catering on Demand’ – an industry-first online ordering system that will provide office and facilities managers with a totally flexible end-to-end workplace feeding facility. The new platform enables Grazing clients to order their workplace catering on a daily, weekly, monthly […]
Flemish mining site becomes new meetings venue
The Flemish Minister for Tourism Ben Weyts and VisitFlanders have invested €2.2 million (£1.94 million) in ‘Thor Central’, a new meeting and conference venue on the old mining site of Waterschei in the province of Limburg. This financial support has helped to transform the industrial heritage site into a one-of-a-kind event location that will attract […]
Are we happy enough? Here’s a step-by-step guide to feeling happier
The average Brit give himself just 6.37 out of 10 on a happiness scale, with just one in ten rating their life satisfaction at nine or above, according to a recent study. When asked to rate their life satisfaction on a scale from one to ten the average Brit gave themselves a middling 6.37 out […]
Yuletide cheer with the White Water Centre
Get ahead with your Christmas party planning with White Water Christmas Dine at Lee Valley White Water Centre. Eat, drink and be merry at one of our alpine themed Christmas parties. You’ll be able to embrace the festive season as you enjoy an evening of great food and wine, along with some Christmas Classics on […]
Introducing Leicester Conferences
The venues that work for you As a specialist events and conference provider in Leicester we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise at our fingertips, and have been running successful, innovative and creative events for the past 50 years. Our excellent facilities and outstanding menu options ensure that we are trusted by organisations of all sizes, from across all sectors, […]
App of the Week: SaveMyTime
Do you ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day, and find yourself lying in bed wondering where all the time goes? Well if you really want to know, and want to make a change, let me introduce you to SaveMyTime. It’s safe to say this app aims to do what it says […]
The first dedicated prosecco festival is on tour
Britain’s first dedicated prosecco festival has hit the road and is making its way across the country. Offering attendees access to 40 different types of prosecco, the ultimate festival for prosecco enthusiasts is expected to attract more than 2,100 attendees. The festival will also offer an assortment of live music and entertainment for all guests […]
Workers expected to feel inflation pinch up until Christmas
Brits are beginning to feel the pinch as pay is failing to meet the levels of increased inflation, according to reports by the Office of National Statistics. Workers are expected to be 0.4% out of pocket compared to this time last year, and experts are concerned that the drop in money is going to be […]
Are younger generations losing vital skills?
With younger workers have grown up in a very different world to that of their seniors, and bosses are concerned that differences in culture mean that businesses are missing out on valuable personal skills. New research by ipostparcels has revealed that handwriting and physical forms of communication are becoming a dying art as more across […]
Call for HR support as government urged to invest in small businesses
The CIPD is calling on Government to invest £13m a year to provide HR support to small businesses, as new research shows that it could be a key part of efforts to unlock the UK’s productivity puzzle. The call is based on the evaluation of year-long ‘People Skills’ pilots providing HR support for SMEs in […]
Top 10 stories of the week
Our working habits and office lifestyle have been the focus of our most popular stories this week, could this be anything to do with the summer ending decidedly abruptly? As the kids are all back in school and Christmas feels much closer than it should be, check out the stories that have piqued your interest […]
Businesses brace themselves for the worst flu season on record
British businesses are taking the cold very seriously as firms have seen a 353% rise over the past five years, according to Bupa. The health insurance company has revealed that more and more bosses are providing their employees with flu jab vouchers as part of their corporate health and benefits packages to boost productivity, reduce […]
Westminster Venue Collection invites event organisers to a Halloween showcase
The Westminster Venue Collection is hosting a spooky showcase this October with their haunted ‘Hallo-Westminster’ event. Located at One Great George Street, event planners and organisers will be offered the chance to learn more about 35 venues on offer, all withing a venue believed to have its own resident ghost. Chair of Westminster Venue Collection, Diane […]
Students choosing skill-based courses as graduates regret academic courses
University applications have seen a fall in recent years as people are entering the world of work at younger ages, with the country finding itself in the middle of a boom for academic alternatives. Seeing a shift in the way young people are making their future decisions, training specialist The Knowledge Academy has investigated which […]
Would you put a price on your relationship?
Millions of Brits have revealed they would trade in their relationship and even ditch their spouse for as little £50,000, but how far would you go for a pay rise? In recent months, pay growth across the country has been seen to have eroded despite more people in work, and it seems plenty of Brits […]
Venue of the Week: Grosvenor Casino
Casinos can be a very intimidating place. No matter the time of day, the month or the year, entering a casino can feel like you’ve entered a completely separate timezone, the lighting can be harsh and the gamblers can be abrasive and aggressive. This is why I, like many, tend to avoid casinos, especially in […]

















