Workplace stress is so commonplace these days that it seems everyone and their uncle complains at some point in their career. But are we actually stressed or do we just need to lower our expectations? A new online test from NHS Choices can help you determine how much workplace stress you’re actually under. The simple […]

472,000 small business owners will be working every day over the Christmas holidays without a single day off, according to a survey commissioned by business for sale marketplace Bizdaq. The research, conducted by Opinium, found that almost half a million small business owners will be working every day over the Christmas holidays – including Christmas […]

Cabfind, one of the UK’s foremost ground transport-on-demand booking provider for businesses has announced a partnership with leading regional travel management company CTI to deliver end-to-end taxi provision. The partnership will enable CTI to expand its service to offer a cohesive travel solution, allowing clients to benefit from access to Cabfind’s quality-assured fleet that boasts […]

Being happy, healthy and having well-behaved children are the true signs of success – streets ahead of being rich, according to new research. Although wealth is often regarded as the sign you have made it, seven in 10 UK adults reckon being content is the true benchmark of success. Less than a fifth of respondents […]

While the jury is still out on the impact Brexit will have on the UK economy, Select Apartments, an independent serviced apartment provider, recently commissioned a survey to gain a better insight into how its customers are managing their businesses and what they are looking for from their business travel providers during these uncertain times. […]

Women spend eight hours planning their Christmas party look – more than double the time they actually spend wearing it, a study has revealed. A poll of 2000 women found just over eight hours is spent planning what to wear, browsing and buying the outfit and accessories and getting ready for the night itself. But […]

CTI, the leading regional business travel provider, has unveiled its new Business Travel in a Box bundled travel product, designed to offer SMEs a cost-effective and efficient way of procuring business travel. With SMEs representing 99% of all businesses in the EU, CTI’s bundled options provide a tiered range of business travel solutions designed to […]

Gift cards have been voted the most popular Secret Santa gift by Brits, who want to receive presents that they can actually use, according to new research. A survey of 1007 UK adults carried out by e-tailer Christmas Tree World has revealed the top 10 Secret Santa gifts that Brits would like to receive this […]

Job satisfaction in the public sector is at its highest level in four years and wider post-referendum optimism is evident among UK employees. However, there is still ample room for improvement in employee development and career progression, which employers must address quickly so as not to lose valuable talent. This is according to the latest […]

As companies plan their Christmas bonuses, new research may cause a rethink of who should get a bit extra in their December pay packet. According to a study of 1000 UK workplaces conducted by the Prepaid International Forum (PIF) – the not-for-profit trade body representing the prepaid financial services sector –rewarding younger, less well-paid workers […]

International Confex returns 1-2 March 2017 at Olympia London. The event co-locates alongside Event Production Show and office* to create the biggest global gathering of event professionals in the UK. The two-day show provides the largest showcase for the events industry, with organisers connecting with venues, destinations and suppliers. Confex will also host the largest […]

A new luxury serviced apartment brand is bringing a touch of Christmas spirit to commuters in Manchester today (5 December) as it takes over Piccadilly train station with a festive choir flash mob. CitySuites – Manchester’s only luxury serviced apartments aimed at business travellers in February 2017 – will be brightening up travellers’ Monday commute […]

New research from on-demand staffing app Coople reveals British women have never been busier. The findings show a significant proportion of working women juggle more than one job, as well as the bulk of the housework. A survey of 2000 employed people in the UK carried out by OnePoll and commissioned by Coople reveals one […]

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 […]