A poll of 2,000 adults found they spend an estimated three hours a day deciding what to have to eat, what time to go to bed and what to wear and watch. But the average adult admits to changing their mind twice per decision, with more than one in 10 (11 per cent) doing so […]
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Employees continue to struggle with stress, while awareness of wellbeing schemes remains low
While employees across the United States and Europe continue to report high levels of stress, a surprising percentage do not take full advantage of their workplaceโs wellbeing initiatives, despite employersโ continued prioritisation of these programmes, a new survey has found. According to findings from Alight and Business Group on Healthโs research series, 2022 Alight International […]
August train strikes: Advice for employers
More rail strikes are planned for August, meaning thousands of commuters will be left struggling to get to work on time โ if at all. Following on from the strikes in July, the RMT has confirmed further strike action will take place on Thursday 18 August and Saturday 20 August. Fourteen train operators and 40,000 […]
Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve: Unique events that give Back
If youโre looking for a unique venue for a corporate event that truly makes a difference, Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is the perfect destination. Set amidst 600 acres of beautiful Kentish parkland with a Grade II*-listed venue, distinctive accommodation, stunning glass Orangery and 900 animals, this world-class wildlife reserve provides an inspirational environment for […]
Meet with these leading solution providers at the PA Life Summit
The PA Life Summit connects you with the solution providers you need to tackle the daily challenges of your role – and itย all takes place on Thursday 8th September, at the Hilton London Canary Wharf. All of these leading suppliers have already confirmed their attendance, covering everything from business travel and hospitality to venues and […]
These are the 10 physical activities you should do at least once a week
Swimming can be the best sport to relieve stress while walking could clear a mental block, according to experts. TV personality and GP Dr Zoe Williams has recommended movements you can undertake to help improve certain moods. She advises getting some fresh air by walking if you are having a mental block or feel unmotivated […]
teapigs wins big at the Great Taste Awards
teapigs have received five more Great Taste Awards, taking their total to an impressive 157 to date. All of teapigsโ teas are certified plastic free and are carefully selected and slurped by Louise Cheadle, teapigsโ co-founder and chief tea taster who has over 20 years of professional tea tasting experience. ย โWeโre really excited about these […]
Center Parcs enjoys 10% increase in event & conference enquiries
Center Parcsย has experienced aย 10% increase in enquiriesย compared to the same period in 2019 following the post-COVIDย reopening of its conference and events space in June 2022. Not only are booking enquiries up, but this stems solely fromย two of its most accessible and sought-after destinations in the UK, Woburn Forest and Sherwood Forest, as Center Parcs consolidated […]
The Kia Oval appoints a Head of Sustainability
The Kia Oval has created a new role of Head of Sustainability, reflecting the commitment of the business to being carbon neutral by 2030. Emily Pritchard has been appointed to the position, having previously held the role of Conference and Events Sales Manager at The Kia Oval. The new role will focus on building on […]
Lime Venue Portfolio to launch ‘inflation busting’ support packages
Lime Venue Portfolio has launched an inflation busting offer that looks to make up the deficit created by rising costs on business. Current predictions are that inflation could be pushed to around 10%, therefore the offer, which is open to any day delegate meetings and events that are booked between 25th July โ 2nd September […]
Administrative & support services 5th most stressful occupation in the UK
According to Statista, the most common type of stress experienced by Brits is work-relatedย – with 79% of respondents saying they frequently feel this type of stress. But when it comes to the specific UK work industries, which ones display the highest levels of stress among employees? A new study by Private Rehab Clinic Delamere […]
175 years of Afternoon Tea at Searcys
It’s Afternoon Tea Week next week – 8th-14th August. This British pastime deserves to be celebrated. Searcys are doing it in style this year as part of celebrating its 175th anniversary. Searcys has been leading the way with beautiful afternoon teas, served in some of the UKโs most unique and historic settings. Experts in Champagne, […]
UK employers ‘leading DE&I transformation in Europe’
UK employers are leading Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) transformation in comparison to most European companies. That’s according to research conducted by GoodHabitz that considered answers from over 13,600 employees across 13 European countries. It shows employeesโ desire to work for diverse and inclusive businesses, as well as employers striving to create equal and inclusive […]
How many people do you offend each day?
A poll of 2,000 adults found a whopping 83 per cent regularly avoid expressing opinions or sharing personal revelations. These include โI donโt want to see any more pictures of your dogโ, โeat with your mouth closedโ, and โwhy havenโt you messaged me back?โ But despite their reluctance to share their inner thoughts, 57 per […]
Are you registered for the Event Organisers Summit?
The Event Organisers Summitย will provide you with a rareย day and a half of industry networking, learning and connection building – Register today! Taking place onย the 17th & 18th Octoberย at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow, this unique event will enable you to lay the groundwork for your organisationโs events strategy for the rest […]
Over 80% of ‘wholly avoidable’ workplace accidents due to poor planning or lack of risk assessments
200 organisations have faced over ยฃ47 million in fines since 2005, for workplace accidents judged to be โwholly avoidableโ. That’s according to findings from WorkNest, which also reveal that around half (48.5%) of these preventable workplace accidents occurred due to a lack of planning. To get a clear picture of the causes of the avoidable […]
World Breastfeeding Week: Only a fifth of employers offer new parents support with breastfeeding
Research from digital health platform Peppy shows nearly two-thirds (63%) of employers now offer support for new parents, but specific support for infant feeding is only offered by 29% of the two thirds, or 18% of employers overall. The research conducted by Opinium on behalf of Peppy among 506 HR decision makers in January 2022.Dr […]
Do you allow dogs into the office? 1 in 2 Brits would like to bring their furry friends into work…
There is no disputing that Britain is a nation of dog lovers, and with more and more people becoming dog owners over the last year, it’s understandable that new ‘pawrents’ may be concerned about leaving their four-legged friends at home now the time has come to return to the office. To investigate the growing number […]