Women have much more difficulty separating their working lives and their family lives when they work from home, than men do, according to new research from Durham University Business School. Remote work has often been lauded as a potential solution to gender inequality, given its flexibility, however these findings showcase that personal circumstances still have an effect on women’s careers. The research, conducted by Menghan Shen, student of MSc Information Management at the University of Sheffield, and Dr. Efpraxia Zamani, Associate Professor of Information Systems at Durham University Business School, sought to understand the experiences of both women and men…
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Share to Buy is returning to the QEII Centre once again this September to host the London Home Show, the UK’s no.1 event for first time buyers. Significantly, the upcoming event will mark Share to Buy’s 20th live show, with over 70,000 hopeful house hunters through the door since the London Home Show began in 2013. Following the huge success of the spring London Home Show, which welcomed almost 3,500 attendees, the free to attend event will provide guests with unrivalled access to information on different buying schemes and products designed to help people step onto the property ladder, including Shared Ownership, Discount Full Ownership and London…
Research by travel analysts at Radical Storage uncovers the best food markets in Europe. To work out which European city has the best food markets, the research analysed all cities that have at least five food markets. We then created a simple index which takes into account the average Google Reviews rating of all markets within the city, and the number of markets in total. City Country Index Rating London United Kingdom 8.36 Madrid Spain 7.25 Barcelona Spain 6.56 Paris France 5.58 Kraków Poland 5.28 Dublin Ireland 5.14 Lisbon Portugal 4.87 Warsaw Poland 4.87 Zaragoza Spain 4.86 Valencia Spain 4.59 Berlin…
Hospitality Action is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated Winter Chefs’ Gala Dinner, set to take place on Monday 28 October in the grand ballroom of one of London’s newest luxury destinations, Raffles London at The OWO. This incredible event offers a one-of-a-kind experience for attendees to indulge in a four-course meal, curated with a selection of dishes from some of London’s most acclaimed chefs, all while supporting a vital cause that gives back to the hospitality industry by raising critical funds to support those working within the sector facing challenging times amidst the cost-of-living crisis and ongoing mental health struggles.…
Inspiration drives design, helping us imagine what’s possible today and what will shape the spaces of tomorrow. The future of design is about combining creativity with purpose, creating environments that resonate with how we live and aspire to live. From quiet luxury to intelligent living, the trends showcased by our finalists reflect how interior design is changing. Year after year, it’s always something we look forward to seeing! It’s inspiring to see these ideas come to life in homes around the world, influencing and inspiring the industry. Here are some of the key trends from this year’s entries: Quiet Luxury Quiet Luxury…
A pair of siblings have found their dream homes at the same new development – The Chain by L&Q in Walthamstow. Patritsiya Gerovska and Ivan Gerovski had been living in Haringey North London, Patritsiya with their parents and Ivan in a rental property, before starting their property search. Patritsiya explains how it happened. “Funnily enough, I wasn’t actually looking to move myself”, she comments, “I was going to viewings on behalf of my brother, Ivan, whilst he was working. It was only when I visited The Chain and saw the quality, style and affordability of the apartments there that I thought “wow, maybe…
FORM SMART SWIM GOGGLES NOW AVAILABLE IN SMARTECH, SELFRIDGES, LONDON THE ULTIMATE KIT FOR TECH-SAVVY SWIMMERS FORM, the industry-leading fitness technology company, has announced that its award-winning FORM Smart Swim 2 goggles are now available at Smartech Selfridges, London. This exciting collaboration comes at the perfect time, coinciding with the open-water swimming season and everyone being inspired byt the Paris Olympics to get out swimming. Whether you’re training for a big race or enjoying a leisurely swim in the lake, the FORM Smart Swim Goggles are the ultimate addition to any swim bag, ensuring you can best understand your swimming, be more engaged and…
MEET THE QUEEN BEE – THE ALLY WE ALL NEED Mum of 3 who’s built £1million business from Facebook Lives in her Car Celebrates Screening her Own Documentary at Leicester Square Premiere this Month A mum of 3, from Preston is celebrating this month as she prepares to step out on the red carpet in Leicester Square in the very spot Hollywood A-listers have made their mark, at an event which is a hugely momentous occasion for her, the launch of her very own documentary. Dani Wallace, 40, who was homeless and sofa surfing with 2 kids only a few…
Millions of Brits risk damaging their home if they turn to DIY plumbing – and being unable to claim on their insurance to fix the problems they created. According to experts from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, many DIY plumbing jobs become more expensive than just calling the professionals in. Worse than that, if jobs are done incorrectly, they can cause serious damage to your home – and can even render it unsafe. From leaky pipes to patchy radiators, most homes have plumbing problems from time to time that need to be addressed. Some can cause water bills to…
Thousands of homeowners across the country have breathed new life into their properties by painting their facades. This trend is particularly prevalent for those with homes featuring the once-unfashionable pebbledash exterior. Traditionally, pebbledash has been associated with a decrease in property value. However, new research by LEWIS Access challenges this notion, suggesting it may simply be a matter of aesthetics. Unveiling the Value of Paint: A Data-Driven Approach LEWIS Access set out to determine whether pebbledash truly affects property value, or if perception played a bigger role. Through a comprehensive study, the company analysed data from 905 semi-detached, 3-bedroom properties…