Another month down, another week closer to Christmas. The PA Life team is getting glammed up for our company Christmas party tonight with our Forum Events colleagues. Before we go, here are our top 10 stories of the week. 1. 4 ways to make a career change without starting over Many people hop from job to […]

One in three mums has been forced back into work because their partner’s income simply doesn’t stretch far enough, a study has revealed. The research found that one in three has even had to cover up money worries from friends and family to avoid awkward or probing questions. A further one in five confess to […]

The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has published new research analysing the incomes different UK generations can expect in retirement. ‘Retirement Income Adequacy: Generation by Generation’ reveals that automatic enrolment will deliver a real improvement in the retirement outcomes of millions of people in the UK, but there is still room for improvement. Of the […]

The average working adult is only 59% happy in their current job role. Researchers asked 2000 employees to rate their level of contentment at work across 11 key areas, from pay and company perks to relationships with colleagues and the management team. The study found workers are generally happy with their holiday allowance and relationship […]

An extensive report of more than 1000 UK professionals confirms that a shocking 26% of British businesses have left themselves open to the clear and present danger of a cyber attack. The independent research carried out by Advanced, the UK’s third largest software and services provider, also revealed that nearly half (46%) claim that data security is […]

Welcome back to our weekly spotlight on helpful apps. We focus on a variety of products that are useful for work, personal use, or both, providing our own thoughts on the apps and what you can do with them. This week we take some time for ourselves with Balanced. An intro to Balanced Nobody ever said […]

It takes the average employee eight years and four months before they’re seen as part of the furniture at work, it has emerged. A study carried out among 2000 employees found that only with almost a decade of job loyalty would you be considered a dependable presence within a company. A massive 78% believed being […]

A survey into the emotions of the nation has revealed that Brits are apparently feeling ‘fine’. A study of 2000 people has found that the average adult will say ‘I’m fine’ 14 times a week, though really just 19% mean it. Almost a third of those surveyed said they often lie about how they are […]

Brits who work from home lose more than two days a year through distractions from children, pets and friends popping round, according to new research. A study of 2000 office workers showed that despite the supposed benefits of working from home, one in four confessed they never get into ‘work-mode’ and lose track of tasks […]

New research of UK SMEs from AXA PPP healthcare reveals a productivity dip when ill employees turn up for work, but bosses are dubious that the flu warrants time off. Nearly six out of 10 (58%) managers of British SMEs say productivity suffers when unwell employees show up to work and try to soldier on. Yet, […]

It’s Black Friday, so some of you may be reading this on your phone while you wait in line for some great bargains. Don’t forget we’ve got our own deal on for new PA Life Club members to join for just £60 including VAT – see the link on story eight below. Let’s look back […]

The typical worker now spends an hour a day carrying out non work-related tasks at their desk. Researchers found online banking, replying to personal emails, searching for holidays and even shopping or browsing for new clothes on the internet account for the majority of the 60 minutes spent on personal admin each day. It also […]

Many people hop from job to job in search of better pay or a promotion, but there are others who wake up one day and realise they’re on the wrong career path entirely. Whether it’s a change of industry or a completely different role you’re after, there’s no reason making a move means you have […]

Welcome back to our weekly spotlight on helpful apps. We focus on a variety of products that are useful for work, personal use, or both, providing our own thoughts on the apps and what you can do with them. This week we train our brains with Peak. An intro to Peak Mobile games aren’t always about […]

The gender pay gap in the UK’s high tech sector (25%) is significantly higher than the national average (18%), according to the latest data from Mercer. The consultancy also found that small companies have the largest pay gap, with a 30% difference in (median) pay between all male and female employees, and a 26% gap […]

A major new fashion exhibition exploring the style of Diana, Princess of Wales is to open at Kensington Palace alongside a temporary garden celebrating the life of the late Princess in 2017. ‘Diana: Her Fashion Story’ will open in February, and then a temporary White Garden dedicated to the princess will open in time for […]

PA Life held its annual PA Life Christmas Party on 7 November at ICEBAR LONDON. ICEBAR LONDON is one of the capital’s most unique event venues, offering a cold sensory experience where the walls, bar, tables and even drinking glasses are made from crystal clear Torne River ice from Jukkasjärvi in Northern Sweden. More than […]

The Outward Bound Trust is officially the happiest workplace in the UK. The organisation won the accolade at the Laughology Happiness Awards 2016. Winners were honoured at a ceremony in London on 18 November. And in an impressive double, Outward Bound Trust youth leader Rob Smith was also declared the UK’s happiest employee. The awards […]