Workers who take regular smoke breaks are considered disruptive by their colleagues at the cost of their company, according to new research. A study by Vapourlites and the British Heart Foundation revealed that frequent smokers could be taking up to four breaks a day, costing bosses around £1,815 a year per employee. Causing friction among […]

This summer De Vere Tortworth Court will complete a £5 million refurbishment that will position the mansion house back at the heart of the estate. 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 modern, market-leading event spaces and, following the […]

The offer of a company car could be the key to attracting new talent, according to a new study. The research by vehicle supplier OSV showed that a majority of interviewees admitted that the best perk a firm could offer is a car. As well as considering company cars to be the top job perk, […]

More than three quarters of self-employed Brits have no provisions in place in case of emergency absences, according to new studies. Remaining mostly unprepared in the face of pregnancy, holiday and redundancy pay, micro-business owners and freelancers would value receiving sick pay over any other statutory pay. Carried out by the Freelancer and Contractor Services […]

A clear policy on equality and diversity in the workplace is the simplest solution to stopping discrimination. Outlining business expectations and defining what kind of behaviour is acceptable and what isn’t is the strongest way to help reinforce office mentality and create the best possible environment for your employees, according to a statement by eLearning […]

Office workers across the UK have admitted to accidentally walking in on an uncomfortable situation due to a meeting room mix-up. One in three Brits have confessed to an awkward meeting room encounter, with most people either unintentionally walking into the wrong room or confusing their time slots. Among the embarrassing moments, a quarter of […]

Sailing company Viking Mariners has introduced a series of ‘Stay & Sail’ packages to encourage businesses to find their sea legs. Combining a day onboard a luxury yacht with an overnight stay at a boutique hotel, the Suffolk-based specialist is offering personalised events to encourage companies to learn about hospitality, leadership and team building for groups […]

The gap between men and women’s expected retirement incomes have increased by £1,000 in the last year according to new statistics. Research by Prudential has shown the changing trends over the last 10 years in order to work out how those looking to retire soon will be affected by the genderpay gap. Women planning to […]

Event organisers looking for a simple yet instantaneous result in their search for central London meeting spaces or private dining can now make bookings directly through 30 Euston Square’s website. The revolutionary new system provides greater flexibility and an immediate response, making it easier than ever to book the venue’s 18 modern ground-floor meeting rooms, […]

Not much can top a fresh, authentic Italian meal in a relaxed setting, which is exactly what you’ll get at Olives Restaurant & Bar, says Molly Dyson. When it comes to entertaining clients or booking a dinner meeting for your boss, sometimes simple is best. That’s not exactly how I’d describe chef Davide Di Croce’s […]

More than one in three small business owners have admitted that they don’t know what pension auto-enrolment is, despite the fact that the scheme will be mandatory starting next year. Business owners are expected to contribute to employees’ pensions unless they opt out, yet 35% had no knowledge at all and 43% believed that the […]

The results of Venue Search London’s Christmas party survey have shown the latest trends amongst more than 250 corporate buyers inside the M25. Undertaken in partnership with The London Christmas Party Show, the survey showed that 93% of buyers have booked or had approval for their 2017 party, with 29% of buyers anticipating an increase […]

Pet owners are a positive influence on their colleagues and neighbours, according to a new study. Reports by the University of Western Australia and the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition have revealed that pet owners frequently have stronger ties to the local area than those without pets, regularly having a more cheerful outlook and can […]

A stressful day could be the chance to prove your office potential, according to The Muse. Instead of letting the pressure get to you, realise that the storm will pass and making the most of the madness could be the key to climbing the career ladder. Encouraging people to stay ‘positive and productive’ through the […]

Human intuition is still more highly valued than tech by executives, according to recruitment and procurement specialist 1st Executive. Concerned that people are being overlooked as technology continues to innovate and change the working world, 1st Executive is highlighting the risk companies face by depending too much on algorithms and systems over life experience. Recognising the […]

Nominations for the One4all Spotlight Awards have now been extended until Friday, 7 July, providing UK companies with additional time to nominate exceptional staff and provide recognition for their outstanding work. The One4all Spotlight Awards is a free-to-enter awards scheme that recognises the best employees in 20 different categories, including Employee of the Year, across […]

Companies need to welcome strong leadership to survive the technological revolution, according to roundtable discussions at Nyenrode Business Universiteit. Many firms could be facing mass dismissal as technology becomes more capable and only those with responsible and strong managerial skills will be able to handle the transitions effectively. 24 managers of prominent Dutch businesses, as […]

More than half of British workers have been asked to clean their place of work by their boss despite it not being in their job description, according to new research. A survey of 1,000 UK workers carried out by interiors etailer Furniture123.co.uk found British employees are losing 13 working hours per year cleaning their office […]