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Two fifths of employers say men postpone health issues which causes workplace disruption
Two fifths of employers (39%) say that their male employees wait until a health problem becomes severe before talking to their line manager or HR department, which in turn leads to team or workplace disruption. That’s according to new research from Peppy, which also found thatย 37% of employers say that one of the main issues […]
UK businesses paid ยฃ14b for poor productivity and absenteeism in 2020
Poor productivity and absenteeism cost UK businesses ยฃ14 billion in 2020 alone. What can be done to improve employee wellbeing and productivity, whilst filling the record-high number of vacancies weโre seeing right now? With zero-hours contracts on the up, ensuring hourly workers are empowered, supported and appreciated is key. Workforce Software, whose technology is used […]
What is intersectionality? And why do labels at work increase discrimination?
Intersectionality is one of the most important ways to help support diversity, inclusion and equality according to leadership experts, so why is labelling at work still such a problem? Intersectionality relates to how different parts of our identity merge and how this influences our interactions with the world, as well as how the world interacts […]
Most employees in the UK and Ireland are reluctant to return to the office
The majority (67%) of UK and Irish office workers are reluctant to return to the office post-Covid. Thatโs according to a new European study by global workplace creation experts Unispace. The study โ which combined the results of an in-depth survey of 3,000 office workers, 2,750 employers in leadership roles at organisations with 50+ employees, […]
Only 57% of employees always check their payslips
Millions of UK workers may be at risk of being underpaid or overtaxed because they donโt regularly check their payslips, according to the results of a new survey. Polling over 1,000 people, HR and payroll software provider CIPHR found that nearly a quarter (22%) donโt regularly check their payslips, despite their importance for keeping track […]
One in five employers do not provide ill-health prevention support to staff
Twenty-one per cent of employers, or one in five, are missing a trick by not supporting the prevention of ill-health in their staff, according to research undertaken on behalf of GRiD, the industry body for the group risk protection sector. Employers who do provide health and wellbeing support to help prevent employees becoming ill, stated […]
82% of UK office works want more team-building events
The majority of UK workers (82%) want their workplace to provide more frequent team-building events, a new survey has revealed. The Lunch Break Bonding survey, conducted byย Just Eat for Business, delves into office workersโ perception of social lunch breaks, scheduled meetings and team building events, and is paired with expert commentary on the importance of […]
Supercharge your skills for 2022 with PA Life Courses – with big discounts for PA Life Club members!
PA Life Courses has everything you need to get ahead for 2202, withย 100+ modules that cover all areas ofย Administration, Business, Technology, HR, Health & Safety, Personal Development and Teams & Management.ย Signing up to a VIP membership with the PA Life Club will reduce the cost of the course bundle to just ยฃ99! Courses include the […]
Have you ever got away with making a critical error at work? You’re not alone!
A study of 2,000 workers found one in five have made what they consider to be a critical mistake at work, and 12 per cent have taken a risk that cost their company money. It also found one in six (15 per cent) have replied all to a private email instead of just to one […]
Bored of work? The typical Brit needs a break every 46 days
A survey of 2,000 adults found their tiredness levels, effectiveness at work and general mood suffers if they wait any longer before enjoying a trip away. A third also admit they find it harder to concentrate if they go without a holiday for too long. However, those polled only manage to escape the daily grind […]
Gift yourself a hassle-free Christmas, with Laithwaites
By Laithwaites We all love Christmas โ the thrill of Advent, those delicious festive indulgences, the fun of parties and get-togethers, the excitement of opening a gift. However, the challenge of selecting and sending out the right gifts to staff, clients and customers can sometimes be daunting โฆ so let Laithwaites step in and do […]
The SOLD OUT PA Life Christmas Party is just a week away!
Tickets for the PA Life Christmas Party in association with Gett Taxi and MNKY HSE are now completely SOLD OUT – We can’t wait to see you all on November 22nd! DATE: 22ND NOVEMBER 2021 TIME: 6PM โ 9PM VENUE: MNKY HSE, 10 DOVER STREET, MAYFAIR, LONDON W1S 4LQ On the nightย youโll be treated to […]
Looking for team building solutions? The PA Life Recommended Supplier Directory can help!
If Team Building activities are back on your agenda, the PA Life Recommended Supplier Directory is home to dozens of trusted partners ready to help. Our list of specialists covers everything from indoor and outdoor sports to bushcraft adventures and comedy nights – There’s something to suit every requirement! Start Your Search Now Not part […]
The top 50 things that drive us mad
A study of 2,000 adults revealed our top triggers for rageย include BMW drivers ignoring their indicators, getting locked out, โjobsworthsโ, having no heating, people eating loudly and queue jumpers. For four in 10, โpeople who think rules donโt apply to themโ will send their blood pressure rising, and 27 per cent get irked by drivers […]
Economist research highlights DEI trust deficit
New research conducted by Economist Impact and commissioned by Zellis has revealed enthusiasm among British and Irish workers to contribute to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes by providing personal information. However, many organisations are far behind where they must be to build the trust needed to gather that data, most notably by a lack […]
Fira de Barcelona joinsย Net Zero Carbon Events commitment
Fira de Barcelona has signed up to the “Net Zero Carbon Events” Commitment by the Events Industry Council (JMIC), which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The initiative, which has been launched at the COP26 World Climate Summit, is the most global action […]
Your Christmas party all wrapped up!
Teeing up a Christmas party this year? Puttshack has your event ready and wrapped up with a โholeโ new way to play mini golf! Puttshack, the worldโs first and only upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience, is now taking bookings for the festive period, with Christmas packages that make it easier than ever for party-goers to […]