Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars has opened a 5-star hotel housed in a historical building, situated on the site of Bridewell Palace, the former residence of King Henry VIII… Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is the latest Hyatt branded 5-star hotel in central London, featuring 205 rooms and suites, housed in a Grade II listed building on […]

The PA Show Autumn 2024 is fast approaching, offering a unique one-day event tailored for PAs, EAs, VAs, and Office Managers. This boutique gathering is the perfect opportunity to explore over 90 handpicked suppliers, participate in exclusive networking activities, and attend expert-led educational sessions to enhance your professional skills. Whether you’re looking to connect with […]

The whole of the UK Assistant community is invited to the PA Life Christmas Party &  Star Awards 2024! Registrations have just opened, so sign up and join us at The Christmas & PA Awards event of the year for PAs, EAs, Office Managers and other admin and business support professionals… PA Life will be […]

If you’re a PA, EA, or event organiser looking for unique and memorable venue to hire to for meetings, conferences, or events, the county of Kent is brimming with diverse options. From historic castles to cutting-edge contemporary spaces, venues in Kent offer the perfect mix of tradition and modernity—just a stone’s throw away from London. […]

As the festive season approaches, Destination Emirates Old Trafford emerges as the ultimate destination for Christmas parties in Manchester. This iconic venue, known for its international sporting events and hosting a wide-range of corporate events, transforms into a winter wonderland, offering an unparalleled range of party options for celebrations of all sizes. It truly is […]

Design with Hilton Lake Como, the modern lifestyle hotel and former silk factory on the edge of Italy’s most famous lake, is taken seriously. The hotel will be delighting fashion and design lovers with a new collection of experiences in celebration of the city’s stylish heritage. And they also have a new offering for MICE […]

Livingbridge launches industry-first programme in bid to improve Board diversity at private equity-backed companies. One of the leading mid-market private equity (PE) firms, today announced the launch of The Future Board Leaders Programme, with its inaugural cohort commencing the programme on the 16th September.  Livingbridge, the leading mid-market private equity (PE) firm, created The Future […]

Emirates Old Trafford and Sodexo Live! – two of the biggest brands in the meetings and events market,  have signed a landmark agreement that will see Sodexo Live! become the venue’s first-ever Official Culinary Partner. Sodexo Live! are one of the global leaders in hospitality services in the events, sports and leisure industry. The five-year […]

World Suicide Prevention Day is an opportunity for employers to review their support, says Towergate Health & Protection. And it’s okay to use the word ‘suicide’ to talk about it… This World Suicide Prevention Day, 10 September 2024, Christine Husbands, commercial director, RedArc, urges the importance of being open to support others with their mental health to […]

77% of global businesses are pursuing the use of artificial intelligence. Despite global adoption, a staggering 91% of organisations admit they are not ready to manage risks posed by AI. Application security SaaS company Indusface, gathered insights into UK businesses to determine the industries relying on AI most at risk of AI dependence. Adding to the […]

The Grand Hotel Birmingham is a remarkable venue that beautifully combines history, luxury, and modernity. Following an extensive £45 million refurbishment that culminated in its grand reopening in 2021, this iconic hotel has once again established itself as a premier destination for meetings, events, and accommodation. For anyone seeking a sophisticated environment for their corporate […]

Over the summer, Your Excellency Limited, conducted a survey asking what support do PAs and EAs need in their personal and professional development. The survey gives a brilliant insight into what you as an assistant need most in your day to day role. Lindsay Taylor, co-founder and director at Your Excellency Limited thanks all of […]

As summer draws to a close it’s time to start planning ahead for your 2025 events. Whether that’s a conference, gala dinner or teambuilding day where you bring all of your remote-working colleagues together in one central location, your delegates can take advantage of the many benefits of being at the Great Yorkshire Showground… Hundreds […]

We spoke with James Dow, General Manager of Blacklane UK premium chauffeur service, about the company and how Blacklane not only understands the travel needs of the corporate sector but also offers an easy-to-manage system for PAs and EAs. What is Blacklane? Blacklane provides premium chauffeur services, including airport transfers, city-to-city services connecting metropolitan areas, […]

At the beginning of 2024, SecsintheCity surveyed over 1,400 EAs, PAs, and other business support professionals to get the inside exclusive on salaries, bonuses and employee expectations. We bring you the result of this benchmarking PA salaries report… The landscape of talent acquisition continues to evolve for Personal Assistants in 2024; shaped by changing workforce […]

When planning a corporate event, the choice of venue is a crucial decision that can significantly impact the overall success of the gathering. While traditional hotels and conference centres have their place, academic venues offer a unique and compelling alternative. These institutions, provide not only a wide range of spaces and facilities but also the […]

We like to think that Christmas at Hawksmoor has a bit of festive escapism, but not totally Bah Humbug. Just a turkey-free and tinsel-free safe space for those keen on keeping things laid back. You might see a wreath or two, maybe a tree, but there’s no Slade on the sound system. We’ve never liked […]

What impact could hosting your own wellbeing week at work have on you and your colleagues? Lucy Eden, the powerhouse behind Be In Your Element is a wellness aficionado and event maestro, and all about curating life-enhancing experiences with a focus on wellbeing… Lucy has been our guide to wellness, sharing her wisdom and tips […]