Month: February 2013

Your Rights as an Employee: Office Occupational Health and Safety

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There are many factors that can influence job satisfaction and productivity levels in the office. Although elements like economic retribution, good working relationships with colleagues, and autonomy are all very important, health and safety considerations cannot be taken out of the equation. The importance of health and safety in the workplace should not be underestimated, as the well-being of both employers and staff depends on it.

Since potential hazards are everywhere, it is important to be familiar with and understand what regulations are in place in order to protect your health and well-being at work, as well as which are your rights as an employee in terms of health and safety. This article provides an overview of the most important aspects of the current health and safety legislation, with the objective of helping you understand better your rights in the office.

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A Guide to London’s Mayfair

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The neighbourhood of Mayfair is one of London’s most prestigious addresses. Embassies, five-star hotels, exclusive boutiques, and some of the capital’s most expensive real estate can all be found here. Over the years, the area has been home to some notable residents, like Alexander Graham Bell, Jimmy Hendrix, Oscar Wilde, and even Queen Elizabeth. If you are interested in finding out more about this area of London, this article provides a good introduction to the history of Mayfair and a guide to some of its most iconic landmarks.

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Time for a Cuppa – Office Tea Parties for Charity

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Here at London Office Space, we just can’t get enough tea and when we were researching for our tea infographic we came across this excellent initiative: Time for a Cuppa. There was just enough time to showcase what it’s all about with it being only a few weeks away.

Time for a Cuppa March 1-8 2013
Time for a Cuppa March 1-8 2013

We caught up with Amy Cudmore from Dementia UK to ask her some questions about Time for a Cuppa and what companies and office workers could do to help raise funds for this very important cause.

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Valentine’s Charity Gifts

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Once again, Valentine’s Day is around the corner and you may be wondering how to surprise your significant other and loved ones. While there are many original Valentine’s Day gift ideas out there, you surely want to your gift to be meaningful and memorable too. And no, there is no need to fly your other half to Paris in order to do that. In this article we review some of the most remarkable Valentine’s Day gifts that you can offer without breaking the bank.

Unique and special Valentine gifts for a special someone: Why Valentine charity gifts are a brilliant idea

Valentine’s Day is all about showing appreciation, love, and affection towards those very important people in your life. While jewellery, chocolates, and other traditional Valentine’s Day gifts are definitely well-received presents, giving a Valentine’s charity gift is a sure-proof way to impress your loved ones. This kind of gift is usually relegated to occasions like Christmas, and not generally expected during this date, so by choosing a charity gift as your special Valentine’s Day present you will surely make an impression that will make you stand out in the eyes of lovers, friends, and family. In fact, since choosing a charity gift often involves saving a life, you could even say that Valentine’s Day charity gifts can turn you into a hero for a day (or more!).

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Discover London’s Hidden Interiors with our February Prize

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If you are like us and love London but feel there’s simply not enough hours in the day to absorb all the things this wonderful city offers, why not enter our February competition? A fantastic book called London Hidden Interiors can be yours if you happen to be our lucky winner.

London Hidden Interiors by Philip Davies reveals 180 of London’s best conserved and least known interiors in 1500 stunning photographs. Considered to be one of the most extraordinary collections of contemporary photographs of London’s historic interiors ever published, this hardcover book is our February competition prize we are happy to send your way.

LOS competition - win London Hidden Interiors by following @officeinlondon

All we ask you to do is follow us @officeinlondon on Twitter and retweet one of our tweets where we mention this competition. It’s easy, and for those interested in finding out more here’s a list of terms and conditions. Good luck! Continue reading “Discover London’s Hidden Interiors with our February Prize” →