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79 MacDougal St., New York, NY, 10012
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By NYChef98 on 5/28/2010
From the soft shell crabs to the flatbread (not to mention the oyters!), this place has definitely filled a niche in the village for great, fresh, inventive food. The atmosphere wasn't all that, but they more than made up for it with the menu and the service!
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Which sectors are thriving? What is the impact of new legislation? Read on for vital insights into the latest issues, hot off the press.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group, commented:
"This new legislation will have by far the biggest impact on recruitment agencies in years. There are huge unquantifiable financial risks for agencies and very onerous quarterly reporting to HMRC. The temporary, contract and self-employment sector will now have to adopt new administrative processes to ensure they are compliant with the new legislation. This will understandably impact a recruiter's time as they work to ensure they remain compliant and put in place robust preferred supplier lists and ensure they have processes to enforce them. In industries that are heavily reliant on these self-employed individuals, such as hospitality, construction and drivers, this liability headache is likely to be worse. With the new legislation coming into force soon, recruiters in these sectors in particular must ensure they are fully prepared."
Professional umbrella employment provider giant group has released a mobile app which allows temporary workers and contractors to upload timesheets directly from their mobile device.
The new free app means all giant temporary workers and contractors, who become their employees, are now able to access 'giant on the go – anytime, anywhere'. The download gives employees the opportunity to input and view timesheets, send and receive feedback, and view payslips. There are very few umbrella employment providers who offer apps, and this is the first of its kind to offer so many features for employees.
Managing Director of giant group, Matthew Brown commented, "The increased use of mobile devices has meant employees now want to be able to access timesheets and payslips on the go. Having our new app will hopefully make their working lives that bit easier. This is the first app by an umbrella employer to offer these features and we believe it will go a long way in simplifying the process for contractors."
The giant app can be downloaded by employees of giant from their employee portal here
IT and Finance contractors are expecting a wage rise for the third year in a row according to research carried out by professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.Results from the organisation's latest survey indicate 64% of IT contractors are predicting an increase in wages in 2014, up from 63% last year and 62% in 2011, indicating growing confidence in the contracting market. A further 81% have reported the average gap between their assignments stands at 0-31 days, again, representing an increase on the previous two years and reflecting the growing number of opportunities available in the IT industry as organisations look to build on their existing infrastructure. In 2012, 79% reported an average gap of 0-31 days between assignments while in 2011 this stood at 77%.Growing optimism is also evident amongst contractors in the finance space as they too anticipate an increase in earnings in the next year. Currently 67% of contractors in this industry expect wages to rise, a growth of 7% on the previous two years. As with the IT sector, finance professionals are reporting a decrease in the average period of time between assignments. Figures from the research show 80% of contractors had an average gap of 0-31 days between placements, up from 77% in 2012 and 75% in 2011.Commenting on the findings, Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group said, "It's very encouraging to see such strong results posted, particularly when compared to the previous two years. What can be seen here is continued growth, representative of increasing confidence in the contractor market. Across the board we're seeing anticipation of increased earnings and opportunities which hopefully will continue to be a reality in 2014 and onwards. The results aren't entirely surprising; as many organisations increasingly look to update their IT systems, experienced contractors will be needed to handle system migration projects. The on-going regulation developments in the finance sector could also, partially, explain the increasing confidence shown in that industry."
Contractors award giant group Best Umbrella Company for the fifth timeIT Contractors have voted giant group as the 'Best Umbrella Company'* for 2013 in the latest ContractorUK Readers' awards. The only award of its kind in which winners are decided by contractors themselves was voted for by a record number of readers in December 2013.Managing Director of giant group, Matthew Brown commented on this success:"We're very proud to win this award, particularly as it's voted for by contractors, reflecting the credibility our team holds with this audience. We're happy to have gained the recognition from the contracting community and to reclaim the award we previously won in 2010, 2009, 2007 and 2006. The win represents our dedication to being the umbrella employer of choice for contractors and our commitment to continue to be the most compliant provider of professional umbrella employment."
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Professional umbrella employment provider, giant group, has welcomed the amendments made to the Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA) Code of Conduct*, announced yesterday.Under the new regulations, professional providers in the self-employed and CIS arena will be included in the Code of Conduct. Previously this had only covered those delivering accountancy and employment services to the freelance and contractor community. The Code also includes the requirement for professional providers to transparently share the results of any onsite review with HMRC.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group, believes the change will have a positive effect, "It's encouraging to see the Code of Conduct updated. At giant we are committed to delivering the high levels of standards expected by the association. We believe recruitment agencies and contractors alike will benefit from these amendments. With the Government's ongoing commitment to tackling 'employment' disguised as self-employment, the FCSA's timely announcement will reassure agencies and contractors that their providers are fully compliant. We expect the Code will be further updated following the conclusion of the onshore employment consultation in February 2014.
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Professional umbrella employment provider, giant group, has welcomed confirmation of the changes to the Finance Bill 2014 that aim to prevent 'bogus' self-employment through intermediaries by removing the obligation of personal service.The measure, confirmed by HMRC, plans to tackle mass-marketed schemes where workers can be moved into self-employment en-masse, even though they should be employed. This confirmation comes after the initial announcement in last week's Autumn Statement* where Chancellor George Osborne revealed the government plans to tackle "the growth of intermediaries disguising employment as false self-employment."Matthew Brown, managing director of giant group, believes this is a positive step: "The proposed legislation should, if drawn up carefully, stop the mass marketing of false self-employment. Intermediaries will now be liable for any unpaid employment taxes and will have a quarterly reporting requirement to HMRC where they'll have to justify self-employment for any workers described as such. There's also the possibility that the government might introduce TAAR (Tax anti-avoidance rules) legislation on top of all this." "It will remain to be seen whether these intermediaries who are affected by the introduction of the legislation, will instead mass market the use of PSCs to these workers and run the risk (for the worker not them) of an IR35 investigation."
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IT contractors are expecting to earn higher wages for the second year in a row, according to research carried out by professional umbrella employment provider, giant group. Results from its latest survey indicate 67% of IT contractors are expecting an increase in earnings over the next 12 months, highlighting growing confidence within the market. This is up 6% on figures recorded last year. A further 53% of respondents reported they were expecting more job opportunities in the next year, compared to only 5% who felt openings would decrease.Sector breakdowns highlighted a number of areas in which IT contract work is buoyant. Opportunities in retail are particularly rife with 11% expecting new positions in their field, a 5% rise on last year's figures. Other sectors that have proved popular for respondents include manufacturing (up 3% on last year) and support services (up 2%).Commenting on these findings, Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant said "These results represent an overall improvement on last year and it's encouraging to see so many IT contractors feeling optimistic about the market. The positivity shown by IT contractors in retail doesn't come as a complete surprise as they will be needed to manage the increased prevalence of technology in the sector. It's obvious to us that organisations recognise the value that contractors can bring and we will hopefully see increased reliance on these professionals as we move into the New Year."
Professional umbrella employment provider, giant group, has welcomed the commitment to tackling national insurance and tax evasion referenced in the Autumn Statement.In today's announcement, Chancellor George Osborne declared the government would 'strengthen efforts' to tackle intermediaries disguising employment statuses and avoiding national insurance and employment tax payments. As outlined in the full Autumn Statement document*, "The government will legislate to prevent employment intermediaries from being able to use contrived contracts to disguise the employment of workers."Addressing this issue is a step towards better employment practices, as Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group explained: "We have long supported initiatives which help to eradicate any potential loopholes – legal or otherwise – and encourage fairer working opportunities. We look forward to hearing more on the government's crackdown on offshore employment and tax evasion."
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Finance contractors are optimistic about 2014 career prospects despite the long-standing trend for lengthy gaps between assignments, according to professional employment provider, giant group.In its latest survey giant found that the majority of respondents (41%) were expecting an increase in finance contract opportunities over the next 12 months. As demand for these expert skills intensifies, contractor payment is set to change with 74% expecting to see their earnings grow. Growth predictions across contracting in general appear to be on the horizon as the Recruitment and Employment Confederation has recently reported. In its latest Jobs Outlook the REC revealed 30% of employers plan to increase contractor use over the next 4 – 12 months.Despite this predicted growth some respondents noted an air of caution given the length between assignments, with the number of respondents recording gaps of over 61 days remaining on a par with figures from the same period in 2012 (11%).A breakdown of the contracting opportunities revealed that the public sector is currently recording the highest levels of work with 54% of respondents currently working in this area. Although this is a 5% increase on 2012 figures, those surveyed suggested this is likely to drop back to last years' levels over the coming 12 months. This recent spike in project activity can be attributed to the new developments within the sector such as the launch of the Payment by Results (PbR) system within the NHS sector.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group commented, "It's encouraging to note that contractors in the finance sector remain optimistic despite the on-going trend of lengthy gaps between assignments. As we continue to see more positivity in the UK business arena this sentiment will only grow. It would appear, then, that 2014 is set to be a good year for contractors."
Engineering contractors are recording an increase in public sector opportunities despite the uncertain economic climate, a survey by professional employment provider, giant group, has revealed.According to the survey, Temporary recruitment market report: what was the impact of the financial crisis? engineering contract opportunities in the public sector have more than doubled. 36% of those surveyed are currently working in this arena compared to 14% between 2006 and 2007. This rise can be explained by the various infrastructure projects currently in the pipeline, including the HS2 rail link, which is due for completion in 2018, and the 'Crossrail 2' rail link from the north to south of London.The report also highlighted a change in preference of pay over contract length due to the recession. While these figures were fairly evenly split between 2006 and 2007, with 44% preferring higher per hour payment, these numbers have since dropped to 32% in 2012 and 2013. These figures are reflective of the on-going shift of mindset which is leading to more contractors looking for quality over quantity of projects.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on the report, "Unlike many other sectors, engineering has actually seen more contracting opportunities due to a rise in – rather than a loss of - budgets in the public sector. With the government committing to bringing the UK infrastructure up to speed, the use of contractors has clearly been the preferred choice for delivering these projects. However, despite this difference with other contracting areas, the preference for job security remains, suggesting the general negative business environment is responsible for a lack of confidence, rather than the tightening of budgets."To view the full report or for more information click here.
Contractors in the healthcare sector remained confident throughout the economic turmoil, a survey by professional employment provider, giant group, has revealed.According to the survey Temporary recruitment market report: what was the impact of the financial crisis? contracting in healthcare has remained fairly consistent through the financial crisis. Periods between assignments have changed little, with 88% reporting this figure as between 0 – 31 days, down only 2% on data from 2008. Unlike other sectors, long term contract preferences are low, with the majority preferring a higher per hour payment (60%). These numbers remained stable throughout most of the financial crisis; however, between 2011 and 2012 figures were reversed temporarily with 54% preferring longer contracts. This reversal coincides with the announced transition from Primary Care Trusts (PCTs) to Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) within the NHS.There has also been an increase in probationary periods at the beginning of contracts as more healthcare decision makers became wary of any investments. While only 10% reported this between 2008 and 2009, 13% did so in the following year and 18% between 2010 and 2011. Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on the report, "Despite the turmoil in the healthcare sector over recent years, it's encouraging to note that the level of contracting opportunities has remained buoyant. The balance in preference of long term projects over higher pay suggests individuals are confident in the market, despite the increase in probationary periods."To view the full report or for more information click here.
The IT contracting space has recorded a significant shift in opportunities, a survey by professional employment provider, giant group, has revealed.According to the survey, Temporary recruitment market report: what was the impact of the financial crisis? pre-recession contractors reported a high level of public sector work (26%). This figure has since dropped, with support service opportunities in the private sector now leading demand (25%). Contracting in financial services saw a peak between 2009 and 2011 as the sector was forced to install new systems in line with the Financial Services Act 2010 and bank ring-fencing.Income has also been affected by budget cuts. Pre- recession the majority of IT contractors surveyed were predicting an increase in earnings (74%), with only 4% expecting a decrease. This latter figure has doubled between 2012 and 2013, however, with 8% now expecting a drop.The importance of job security is up on pre-recession figures. Where only 16% of those surveyed ranked job security high as an element which attracts them to a contract between 2006 and 2007, this figure is now up to 20%, the second most important element recorded in 2012-2013. This is indicative of the general shift in priorities noted across contractors as the economic crisis created a need for security.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on the report, "Overall the picture has remained fairly positive for the contracting community. In an online business environment, there will always be a need for specialist IT contractors in the support services sector, so it's perhaps unsurprising that this area has remained fairly stable. What is interesting, though, is the effect the economic crisis had on IT opportunities in financial services and the public sector. As two of the biggest hit areas during the recession, this peak in opportunities reflects the increase in contractor demand these difficult times have caused."To view the full report or for more information click here.
The economic crisis has led to an increase in finance contractors seeking job security, a survey by professional employment provider, giant group, has revealed.According to the survey, Temporary recruitment market report: what was the impact of the financial crisis? finance contractors are noting an increase in preference for lengthy contracts over a higher per hour payment. Numbers of those preferring long term assignments have grown by 13% since 2006.The results also indicated membership to financial professional bodies has dropped as the contracting market becomes more crowded. While 80% of those surveyed pre-recession were part of the leading trade bodies (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA and CIPFA), this number has dropped significantly to just 14% during 2012 and 2013. Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on the report, "The finance sector is one of the greatest examples of an industry that recognises the value of contractors during difficult times. However, while professionals in this area are in demand, the desire for more job security is still prevalent. The significant drop in membership to trade bodies also presents a slight concern. While it's understandable that individuals are cutting back expenditure themselves, the competitive advantage such a membership has for a contractor shouldn't be underestimated."
To view the full report or for more information click here.
Contractors in the education arena have noted an increase in hourly rate despite a drop in pay preference, a survey by professional employment provider, giant group, has revealed.According to the survey Temporary recruitment market report: what was the impact of the financial crisis? the financial crisis had an unexpected impact on education contractors.During 2008 and 2009, 22% of those surveyed reported higher income was the most important factor influencing their move to contracting. As individuals recognised the sectors need for budget cuts, figures for the last financial year indicate a significant drop in this stat, with only 14% citing money as a reason. Lifestyle and freedom remained the biggest influencer throughout the recession, though, as more individuals recognised the personal value of this flexible opportunity. Despite cutbacks to statutory pensions and pay within permanent education employment, hourly rates for contractors have actually increased. As more permanent staff leave the sector, experienced individuals able to fill job gaps are in demand. Those receiving between £25 and £50 per hour have risen by 7% since the beginning of the recession.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on the report, "The shift in mindset the recession has created in education contractors is interesting. At a time when money and security increased in priority elsewhere, professionals in this arena have moved more towards a preference of lifestyle. Whether this shift will remain in the longer term, though, is debatable."To view the full report or for more information click here.
The economic downturn has led to a more crowded contracting space, according to professional employment provider, giant group.
In its report temporary recruitment market report: what was the impact of the financial crisis? giant group found that the economic crisis has led to an increase in demand for skilled temporary workers to fill gaps created by headcount reductions. In line with this demand, the survey of contractors between 2006 and 2013 also highlighted an increasingly crowded market. As unemployment rose, this temporary route to employment became a key option for many candidates. This is evident in the rise in gaps between assignments despite increasing opportunities.
The results also indicate a growing trend post-recession in contractors seeking more job security and longer term assignments. Levels of those looking for security, work life balance and the chance to develop skills are increasing across the board.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on the report, "Overall the picture has remained fairly positive for the contracting community. For individuals, the results of our survey suggest that now is the time to make sure your personal brand is competitive to ensure you stand out in a crowded marketplace. For businesses, if having top contractors working on specialist assignments helped weather the storm of the recession, it's time to look at how they can now help your business grow and thrive."
Brown continued, "For recruitment agencies, this new business environment has led to an increased demand from clients for skilled interim specialists, resulting in an ever-growing contractor database. In turn, this has caused a rise in competition to get the best talent on the books, not to mention the subsequent administration time associated with this workforce."To view the full report or for more information click here.
The conclusion of the HMRC Consultation this week is a welcome step towards fairer employment opportunities, according to professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
In its revised proposals HMRC suggests that responsibility for correct PAYE National Insurance and tax payments of workers employed offshore will fall to the recruiter, employment agency or vendor, rather than the end user.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group commented on the latest announcement: "We welcome the outcome as it will help to eradicate any offshore loopholes (legal or otherwise). It will also ensure that thousands of workers will receive a number of benefits including statutory payments due to the correct amounts of tax and national insurance being paid."
Brown continued, "However, given that the obligations to ensure the correct amount of income tax and national insurance is now paid falls immediately and wholly on the recruitment agency, we accept that this will unfortunately be an increased burden for agencies. They will need to ensure they use UK based professional umbrella employers. The FCSA code of conduct that all FCSA members adhere to, ensures all members have no offshore element to their employment services."
Confidence within the engineering contractor community is on the rise, according to professional employment provider, giant group.
In its latest survey giant found that 26% of respondents felt more secure in their role as a contractor compared to this time last year, with only a minority feeling less confident. The professional employment provider also noted a decrease in the number of days between assignments. Overall, the majority of respondents recorded a gap of 31 days or less, while those reporting over 91 days has halved compared to the 2011 statistics.
This is in line with the latest report from the REC which clearly highlights a rise in the need for contractors. Not only did the REC note a near-record high of contractor demand in September, but it also found that engineering professionals in particular were highly sought after.
However, while confidence and job opportunities are on the rise, monetary rewards are yet to catch up. Only 8% of respondents had received a completion bonus and, of those who had, more than half noted a decrease of value compared to the previous year.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group commented, "We've noted a real trend of positivity in our latest surveys that is highly encouraging for both contractors and recruitment agencies. As demand for experts continues to grow we expect to see more organisations making the most of the specialist contractor skills to fill the engineering job gaps."
Contractors will play a crucial role in filling the skills gap in Manchester, according to professional employment provider, giant group.
As the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) join forces to address pressing labour market challenges in the Greater Manchester region, giant argues more contractors will be needed in the interim.
With GMCC and the REC agreeing to collaborate on business, the professional employment provider advises that businesses in the area should not forget the value of this temporary resource in the development of the workforce.
Matthew Brown, CEO of giant commented, "As more businesses look to the emerging opportunities in and around Manchester, there will be a level of pressure on the talent pool in the area. The efforts by the REC and GMCC will go a long way in addressing the long term skills gaps, but the short term needs must also be fulfilled. The contracting community is a valuable tool that can not only fill immediate needs, but also build the teams required for future developments."
Professional umbrella employment provider, giant group, has become the first company of its kind to secure a place in the top five at the prestigious Benefits Excellence Awards 2013.
Announced at the awards ceremony in London last night, giant group were one of the five finalist for the Benefits Pioneer (Corporate) category, which recognises an individual or team involved in launching or managing a voluntary benefits programme within their organisation. Other finalists included: Allied Milling and Baking, Hastings Insurance Services, IBM, and Warburtons.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director at giant group, commented on this success: "This recognition is a fantastic achievement for us. To have been in the top five for an award that no professional umbrella employer has previously been nominated for is a real honour. We are dedicated to providing excellent voluntary benefits to our temporary and contract workers who become our employees, through our benefits programme, giant advantage. It's fantastic that this reward package has been recognised by such a prestigious award."
Confidence within the IT contracting community is up year on year, that's according to recent research by professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
Results of its latest contractor survey of IT specialists point to increased confidence in the temporary market. Compared to figures over the last two years, the length between assignments is reducing, with the majority (82%) citing less than 31 days. In comparison, those recording 90 days and above has halved since 2011.
Added to this, over half of respondents are expecting job opportunities in IT to grow over the coming year and a further 64% predicting their earnings will increase. The survey also suggests that the top sectors for IT contracting opportunities over the next 12 months will be Support Services (26%), Financial Services (19%), Public Sector (14%) and Engineering & Construction (12%).
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on these results: "During times of budget and staff cuts, the demand for contractors has a tendency to spike. However, as positivity returns to the economy it is encouraging to note that the IT contracting community is reporting an increase in opportunities. It's clear that organisations are continuing to recognise the value these experts can bring to businesses and are expecting to not only utilise this resource over the next year, but also potentially allocate more budget to these specialists."
Contractors in the education sector are in increasing demand, leading to competitive rates of pay. That's according to the latest survey by professional employment provider giant group.
Respondents indicated they are currently experiencing higher hourly rates, with confidence expected to continue over the coming months with the majority predicting a continued rise in earnings.
Over 65% recorded they expect an increase in rates over the coming year, with 21% expecting no change and only 14% predicting a decrease. The length of time between contracts is also improving, with 86% noting between 0 and 31 days. This positivity is perhaps a result of the growing skills gap in the sector which has led to a 10% increase in the use of supply teachers.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director at giant group, commented on the latest results: "With the start of the new term approaching, now is a good time of year to gauge how the sector is faring and what to expect over the coming months. As economic confidence in the UK becomes increasingly positive it's encouraging that contractors are predicting a good twelve months ahead. As reports continue to show the increasing reliance on supply teachers, now is the time for experienced individuals to fill the widening skills gaps."
Finance and accounting professionals would rather work on long term assignments than receive a higher per hour payment. 63% of professionals surveyed between May – July responded that long term assignments were preferable, in line with figures seen in previous studies (65% in the same period in 2012 and 58% in 2011). Only 37% would opt for better hourly pay. Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, said: "The results suggest that contractors working in accountancy and finance are recognising the importance of longer term security, which is a trend we expect to continue throughout this year. And while this discipline has been hit hard over the past few years, more than three-quarters of participants are now saying they only have to wait up to a month to get a new assignment, and we expect this level of optimism to continue in line with previous surveys."
Large numbers of employers and recruiters are still failing to adequately assess an individual's right to work in the UK. Data obtained under the Freedom of Information Act revealed a total of 1270 Notification of Liability (NOL) notices for a Civil Penalty were issued to employers of illegal workers in the UK in the last year. The value of these penalties equate to £10.8 million.
While these figures are down slightly on those reported last year, it is still a concern that so many employers and recruiters are failing to carry out sufficient checks on employees despite the on-going clampdown on illegal working. And with fines for those who fail to ensure eligibility to work set to double, employers and recruiters are at risk of severe financial implications.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant commented on these latest statistics. "Compliance and efficient checking of an individual's employability rights have been hot topics over recent months, with more being done to raise awareness of the legal requirements for employers and recruiters. However, the number of NOL's issued still remains high. As fines are set to rise it's vital the correct processes are implemented to reduce the associated risk on businesses."
All professional umbrella organisations that are members of FCSA carry out right to work checks on workers as part of adherence to a strict code of conduct.
We have been shortlisted for the prestigious Benefits Excellence Awards 2013, with winners being announced in September.
Nominated in the Benefits Pioneer (Corporate) category, giant group is being recognised as an individual or team involved in launching or managing a voluntary benefits programme within their organisation.
Our team in Manchester has already seen a successful year with increasing contractor activity as more organisations relocate to the growing business hub. And as the appeal of the area continues to grow, giant has seen an increase in IT and financial services organisations bringing in niche contractors to set up projects in Manchester and its surrounding areas.
This is further supported by a recent announcement from Manchester's inward investment agency, MIDAS, which has supported the creation of 3,038 jobs across 81 projects in Greater Manchester during the past year.
It is reported that, of these recent investments, the ICT (Information and Communications Technology) and F&P (Financial and Professional services) sectors have supplied the highest number of new jobs with a 23% and 19% jobs share respectively.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, commented on this regional growth; "As more organisations look to relocate to the growing business developments in the north it's perhaps unsurprising that we've seen such a rise in demand for specialist contractors in the region. Our team in Manchester has been working closely with local recruitment consultancies to ensure contractors are reaping the benefits of this growing economy."
IT contractors are increasingly opting for long term contracts rather than those with higher pay.
On top of this, when asked what would attract them most to a contract, only 37% of those surveyed ranked income as the most important factor, a decrease of 5% from the previous survey. Interestingly, only 13% of respondents felt that income was the least important consideration, whereas other indicators – such as security (19%) and work life balance (17%) – were deemed to be important.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, said: "The results suggest that IT contractors are recognising the benefits of greater job security and quality rather than simply more money in the short term. We're actually seeing a slight drop in the length of time between contract assignments which is reflective of these changing priorities, and we expect the number of contractors opting for longer projects over higher per hour payment to further increase throughout 2013."
The new portable DBS checks service introduced this month will help the temporary market grow.
Formed at the end of last year, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is the combination of the Criminal Records Bureau and the Independent Safeguarding Authority. This merger simplifies the employee check process as, going forward, there will be only one organisation dealing with checks and barring decisions. Launching a new service called the Update Service, this will allow workers to pay an annual subscription of £13 to ensure their DBS certificate is kept up-to-date so they can take it from role to role within the same workforce.
According to Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant, these changes will be of benefit to contractors and businesses alike. "This new development will be a welcome change for all involved in contract work. For professional contractors and interim workers, DBS's new Update Service will be a valued initiative. Unlike before, checks will be transferable between jobs, removing some of the barriers often associated with interim working. Once a worker has subscribed to the Update Service their employer, agency or hirer will be able to go online, with the worker's consent, and carry out a free, instant check to find out if the information released on the DBS certificate is current and up-to-date." "For recruiters, this new initiative will speed up placement services." Brown continued. "By allowing greater ease for contractors to move across projects, recruitment agencies will be in a better position to place some of their best candidates into new assignments."
For more information on portable DBS checks and roles eligible for assessment, visit www.gov.uk
As of 1 June 2013, we have moved from same day volume CHAPs payments to same day volume Faster Payments, to ensure our employees have a better, quicker payment process.
As one of the top 50 companies for volume payment processing in the UK, we are one of the first umbrella employers to offer this volume payments process. The move will ensure giant employees have access to their money within two hours. This is significantly quicker than the current CHAPs payment system where employee's money arrived in their bank accounts later in the day. Adopting Faster Payments also allows us to offer an extended deadline for advance payment requests, allowing them to apply for advanced funds up until 5pm every day.
The latest consultation by HMRC announced last week is a step towards fairer employment opportunities.
HMRC announced that there are currently thousands of teachers, nurses and other workers employed via offshore arrangements which are not compliant with tax and national insurance legislation. The proposals outlined in the consultation document will require offshore intermediaries to correctly account for their income tax and national insurance payments. HMRC is also proposing greater monitoring by recruitment agencies and end hirers where the agency worker is employed via an offshore intermediary in order to track any inconsistencies. Any shortfall in tax and national insurance contributions by the offshore intermediary may become the responsibility of the recruitment agency and the end hirer if the offshore intermediary defaults. Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group commented on this news: "As a founding member of the Freelance & Contractor Services Association (FCSA), giant welcomes any initiatives to make contract work and employment fairer in the UK. The proposed changes will ensure all workers who are eligible, will receive a number of benefits including statutory payments due to the correct amounts of tax and national insurance being paid."
20 May 2013
The average length of time between contracts has decreased for accountancy and finance contractors, according to recent research by professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
13 May 2013The percentage of accountancy and finance contractors working in the public sector has increased to 51%, according to recent research by professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
29 April 2013
Engineering contractors are particularly positive about job opportunities over the next year in the automotive sector, according to professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
22 April 2013Professional umbrella employment provider, giant group, has become the first organisation of its kind to offer Gap Pay to its contractor employees.
18 April 2013
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of professional employment provider, giant group reviews the public sector.
15 April 2013The public sector has seen the number of its engineering contractors almost double since 2011, according to professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
20 March 2013In today's Budget, Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, announced that the government is definitely going to go ahead and crack down on National Insurance avoidance through offshoring.
19 March 2013
Professional umbrella employment provider, giant group has welcomed the tightening of the tax loophole announced this week.
In a speech to the Scottish Lib Dem conference, Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander, announced that a tax loophole that allows firms to avoid £100m a year in National Insurance will be closed under a new scheme. Mr Alexander said around 100,000 employees - mostly teachers, nurses and oil and gas workers - were believed to be paid through offshore payroll services set up in tax havens such as Jersey and Guernsey and these employees could be ineligible for statutory sick pay, but completely unaware of that status.Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant group commented on this news: "It's great to hear that this issue has been highlighted, and at giant we welcome the tightening of the rules. The loophole originally meant that some workers were at risk of missing out on statutory support as their employers were not paying National Insurance. But with this new scheme in place, everyone will have access to a number of benefits, including statutory maternity or sick pay – should they need it."
18 March 2013
Opportunities for IT contractors in the retail sector have dipped following the Olympics, professional umbrella employment provider, giant group, has revealed.
12 March 2013
IT contractors are increasingly looking for long term opportunities and the associated job security this provides, according to professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
Matthew Brown, Managing Director of giant commented, "These results are perhaps unsurprising when you factor in the economic climate of the last few years. Many individuals are still anxious about job security and therefore there is a desire for more long term contract opportunities."
11 February 2013
Accountancy and finance contractors in the Public Sector are expecting a positive 12 months, according to recent research by professional umbrella employment provider, giant group.
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70% of supply teachers are expecting better pay over the next 12 months, up from 64% this time last year, according to giant group, the professional umbrella employment provider.
"This shortage means plenty of opportunities have arisen for supply teachers over the last year, and these opportunities will continue in 2013. Schools are increasingly in need of experienced supply teachers to plug staffing gaps, which is pushing teachers' daily pay rates up."
Department of Education figures from December 2012 showed that 47,700 teachers left their jobs in 2010-2011, up 19% from the 40,070 that left their jobs the year before. Supply teachers are also reporting shorter gaps between assignments, according to giant, with 86% of supply teachers surveyed reporting waits of less than a month between roles, up from 79% in 2011.
Better pay is becoming an increasingly important factor in teachers' decisions to move from permanent roles to temporary ones, adds giant. 14% of supply teachers said pay was the most attractive aspect of temporary work, up from 10% a year ago. The most popular reason for choosing to become a supply teacher – 'lifestyle' – slipped from being the top choice of 56% of supply teachers in 2011to 47% in 2012.
Matthew Brown explains: "Many teachers now see supply work as a great way to increase their income as well as improve their lifestyle, with over a quarter of supply teachers we questioned rating financial benefits as the biggest advantage when it comes to supply work."
"The supply teacher lifestyle has mostly maintained its appeal, with a greater sense of freedom still the most important reason for teachers to turn to supply work. The recession has boosted financial concerns up teachers' list of priorities at the expense of lifestyle attractions, but the appeal of an improved work-life balance is still strong."
7 January 2013
IT contractors are increasingly confident about potential job opportunities in the public sector, according to giant group, the professional umbrella employment provider. 15% of IT contractors expect the public sector to be the source of the most new jobs over the next twelve months, up from 9% in 2011 and just 6% in 2010.
"This has created plenty of fresh opportunities for IT contractors. Demand for new IT investment has blossomed as managers hunt for efficiencies, while IT contractors are needed to plug holes in staffing capabilities and implement these new IT systems." IT contractors surveyed by giant were most confident about opportunities in the support services sector, with 26% saying they expected this sector to produce the most new jobs over the next 12 months. This is up from 22% a year ago and 19% in 2010.
However, giant says that IT contractors are less optimistic about job opportunities in the financial services. 19% of contractors surveyed believe this sector will create the most new jobs over the next 12 months, down on the 23% who felt the same this time last year, and significantly down on the 35% who were most confident about the sector in 2010.
Matthew Brown says: "The financial services sector has continued to experience a tough time in 2012 as the UK entered a double-dip recession and financial services continue to suffer from the aftermath of the banking crisis. This has limited the demand for new IT contractor roles."

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The Special Relationship | Actor | Hillary Rodham Clinton | 7 | |
Mildred Pierce | Actor | n/a | 7 | |
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | 2013 1998 - 2013 | Actor | Viola Mesner | 20137 |
Duma | 2005 | Actor | Kristin | 20057 |
The Family Tree | 2011 | Actor | Bunnie Burnett | 20117 |
The Daytrippers | 1997 | Actor | Eliza | 19977 |
Next Stop Wonderland | 1998 | Actor | Erin Castleton | 19987 |
The Newsroom | 2014 2010 - 2014 | Actor | Nina Howard | 20147 |
The Weather Man | 2005 | Actor | Noreen Spritz | 20057 |
The Secret Lives of Dentists | 2003 | Actor | Dana Hurst | 20037 |
The Nines | 2007 | Actor | Sarah/Susan/Sierra | 20077 |
Mumford | 1999 | Actor | Sofie Crisp | 19997 |
About Schmidt | 2002 | Actor | Jeannie Schmidt | 20027 |
The Lodger | 2009 | Actor | Ellen | 20097 |
Disconnect | 2013 | Actor | Lydia Boyd | 20137 |
Final | 2001 | Actor | Ann Johnston | 20017 |
Hearts in Atlantis | 2001 | Actor | Elizabeth 'Liz' Garfield | 20017 |
American Splendor | 2003 | Actor | Joyce Brabner | 20037 |
Louder Than Words | 2014 | Actor | Brenda | 20147 |
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The Matador | 2005 | Actor | Carolyn "Bean" Wright | 20057 |
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Raised in Tenafly, NJ; performed in plays with Mira Sorvino |
Co-starred with Denis Leary in the digitally-shot "Final"; directed by Campbell Scott |
Portrayed Hillary Clinton in HBO's "The Special Relationship"; earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie |
Appeared in two episodes of "2000 Malibu Road" (CBS); directed by Schumacher |
Played regular role of a journalist on the short-lived NBC drama series "Deadline" |
Acted off-Broadway in "Spinning Into Butter" |
Co-starred in the big screen adaptation of the David Auburn play "Proof" opposite Gwyneth Paltrow and Jake Gyllenhaal |
Off-Broadway debut in "Can Can" |
Had featured role in Lawrence Kasdan's "Mumford" |
Portrayed three different characters in John August's directing debut "The Nines" |
Co-starred with Paul Giamatti in the independent feature "American Splendor"; earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a supporting role |
Co-starred in the Truman Capote biopic "Infamous" |
Played Jack Nicholson's daughter in "About Schmidt" |
Had featured role in the independent film "The Myth of Fingerprints" |
Cast as the mother in the comedy "Charlie Bartlett" |
Had first screen lead in Greg Mottola's "The Daytrippers"; Tucci played her husband |
Co-starred with Greg Kinnear and Pierce Brosnan in Richard Shepard's "The Matador" |
Re-teamed with Campbell Scott in "The Secret Lives of Dentists"; received an Independent Spirit Award nomination for best supporting female |
Broadway debut in "Two Shakespearean Actors" |
Appeared in the HBO miniseries "Mildred Pierce" |
Screen debut, "Flatliners"; first collaboration with Joel Schumacher |
Cast opposite Hugh Jackman in the robot-boxing drama "Real Steel" |
Portrayed Nicolas Cage's ex-wife in the dark comedy "The Weather Man," directed by Gore Verbinski |
Starred in the indie hit "Next Stop, Wonderland" |
Played a somewhat embittered single mother in "Hearts in Atlantis" |
After college, moved to London to study acting |
Played Margie in Chicago production of "The Iceman Cometh" |
Joined the second season of the HBO series "In Treatment"; earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series |
Cast alongside Susan Sarandon and Lee Pace in the HBO TV-movie "The Miraculous Year" |
Initial screen appearance in film also featuring Stanley Tucci, "Kiss of Death" |
Returned to the U.S. and began acting career in Chicago |
Breakthrough stage performance in Nicky Silver's off-Broadway play "Pterodactyls" |
Returned to the stage for the Broadway production of Yasmina Reza's "God of Carnage"; earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Play |
Cast in Lasse Hallström's "The Hoax," starring Richard Gere |
Reunited with Tucci to play his wife in "Joe Gould's Secret" |
Reunited with Silver for "The Food Chain"; Silver wrote the role explicitly for Davis |
Professional debut, appeared in a Chicago production of David Mamet's "Speed-the-Plow" |
Played a plain heiress in Stanley Tucci's "The Impostors" |
Born on March 23, 1964 in Englewood, NJ, Davis was one of three daughters raised by father William, an engineer, and her mother Joan, a librarian. In interviews, she described her childhood as one steeped in creativity and learning - her mother nurtured her children's cultural education by taking them to museums and the ballet in New York City on weekends. Davis herself expressed her burgeoning interest in the arts by writing a play with her neighbor and best friend, future actress Mira Sorvino, and performing it for neighbors. Meanwhile, she graduated Tenafly High School in 1982 prior to attending Vassar College, where Davis majored in cognitive science and briefly considered a career in brain research. But her interest in theater was reignited after she appeared in a school production that cast her as an 80-year-old Holocaust survivor. From there, she and a group of friends, which included her first husband, Ford Evanson, migrated to Chicago, where they formed a small theater group that put on plays in the cellar of a suburban home.
Eventually, she worked her way up the Chicago theater food chain to appear in a 1989 production of David Mamet's "Speed-the-Plow," which caught the attention of the Goodman Theater's artistic director, Robert Falls. Davis was cast in a production of "The Iceman Cometh" shortly before making her film debut as one of William Baldwin's girlfriends in "Flatliners," which was helmed by her "Speed-the-Plow" director, J l Schumacher. Another Chicago-based filmmaker, John Hughes, tapped her to play a French ticket agent in "Home Alone" (1990). Flush from her flurry of success, Davis packed up and headed to New York, where she impressed theater audiences in "Pterodactyls" and "The Food Chain" (1995). Film and television roles also began coming her way, though at first they were largely ornamental, like playing a dancer used by a psychotic Nicolas Cage in "Kiss of Death" (1995).
The following year, Davis' onscreen talents received a more substantial showcase in "The Daytrippers" (1996), in which she played a Long Island housewife whose suspicion regarding her husband's fidelity prompts a field trip to New York City with her sister, brother-in-law and parents. The feature was a hit in arthouses, and led to more support work in both Hollywood and indie projects, including "Mr. Wrong" (1996), "The Myth of Fingerprints" (1997), and "The Imposters" (1998), which reunited her with her "Daytrippers" screen husband, Stanley Tucci. But none of these films delivered at the box office, which in turn offered no boost to Davis' profile. Her next feature, "Next Stop Wonderland" (1998), provided both a starring role and a marvelous canvas for her talents. A wry and gentle romantic comedy about a nurse (Davis) who continually misses her chance to rebound from a failed relationship, the film was an audience favorite at the 1998 Sundance Film Festival and established Davis as an up-and-coming talent to watch.
Hollywood soon came calling with substantive supporting parts in two major features: the suspense thriller "Arlington Road" (1999), which cast her as the former girlfriend of a suspected terrorist (Tim Robbins), and Lawrence Kasdan's "Mumford" (1999), where she was both the love interest and patient of a faux psychologist (Loren Dean). Neither generated major ticket sales; nor did her next few pictures, including the adaptation of Stephen King's "Hearts in Atlantis" (2001) and a third reunion with Stanley Tucci for "J Gould's Secret" (2000). Davis took a stab at series work with "Deadline" (NBC, 2000-01) as the ex-wife of star Oliver Platt's crusading newspaper editor, but the show failed to survive its premiere season. Her break finally came with "About Schmidt" (2002), Alexander Payne's challenging comedy/drama about an insurance actuary (Jack Nicholson) who struggles to make sense of his life and the world around him after his retirement. Davis shone as his estranged daughter, whose marriage to an apparent con man (Dermot Mulroney) only adds to her father's agony. The film, which received two Golden Globes and two Oscar nominations, served as her official introduction to movieg rs, many of whom had most likely missed her less visible indies and low-earning Hollywood efforts.
From there, Davis's career began to build steam with a string of solid, critically praised performances in features on both sides of the Hollywood divide. "The Secret Life of Dentists" (2003) was an Alan Rudolph drama that cast her in a challenging role as a wife and mother whose husband catches her in what appears to be an intimate moment with another man. The feature brought her the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Actress, as well as an Independent Spirit Award nomination. She then topped her success with her feisty and sympathetic performance as Joyce Brabner, artist and infinitely patient spouse of curmudgeonly underground comics legend Harvey Pekar (Paul Giamatti) in "American Splendor" (2003). A Grand Jury Prize winner at the Sundance Film Festival, the offbeat film netted Davis some of the best reviews of her career, as well as her second New York Film Critics Circle award and a nod from the Golden Globes.
Davis continued to impress both audiences and critics with her film roles, even if the movies themselves failed to meet their potential at the box office. After playing Nicolas Cage's ex-wife in the turgid drama "The Weather Man" (2005), she returned to the indie with "The Matador" (2005), playing the confused wife of a regular Joe (Greg Kinnear) who befriends and ultimately emulates a world-weary hit man (Pierce Brosnan) while away on business in Mexico City. John Madden's adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Proof" (2005) offered her a solid role as the sister of star Gwyneth Paltrow, but the drama went largely unseen by audiences. So, too, did Carroll Ballard's nature adventure "Duma" (2005) and "Infamous" (2006), the Truman Capote biopic that was overshadowed by the far superior "Capote" (2005). In "Infamous," she enjoyed a rare glamorous turn as socialite Slim Keith, who served as the inspiration for a character in Capote's controversial and unfinished novel Answered Prayers.
Davis made a second stab at television with "Six Degrees" (ABC, 2006-07), a New York City-based drama co-produced by J.J. Abrams that reunited her with "Dentists" co-star Campbell Scott. The show failed to attract an audience and was yanked from the lineup after only nine episodes. The ups and downs of film and television seemed to have little effect on Davis, however, as she remained active on the New York stage throughout, most notably in "Spinning into Butter" (2000). She also appeared in the audio play "Hope Leaves the Theater" (2005), penned and directed by Charlie Kaufman. In 2007, she played author Clifford Irving's agent in "The Hoax," a true-to-life story that focused on the struggling writer's attempt to sell a falsified autobiography by Howard Hughes. While the indie high school comedy "Charlie Bartlett" (2008), which cast her as the title character's mother, was savaged by critics, Charlie Kaufman's complex meta-drama, "Synecdoche, New York" (2008), earned considerable praise from critics. Davis was cast as the psychiatrist of an overzealous theater director (Philip Seymour Hoffman), who seems as bewildered by her client's obsession with building a life-sized model of New York as many audience g rs were by the film itself.
Davis ventured into thriller territory with "The Lodger" (2009), an offbeat updating of Alfred Hitchcock's 1927 silent classic, with the actress cast bas an emotionally brittle landlady who may or may not be harboring a killer in her home. Meanwhile, "Genova" (2009) was a coming-of-age drama with supernatural overtones that featured Davis as Colin Firth's deceased wife, whose spirit is seen by her guilt-stricken daughter. Her most high-profile project during this period was a recurring role on the second season of "In Treatment" (HBO, 2008- ) as a former patient of psychiatrist Paul Weston (Gabriel Byrne), who returns to his treatment to blame him for the failure of her personal life. The role earned her an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2009. That same year, she joined "Hoax" co-star Marcia Gay Harden, along with James Gandolfini and Jeff Daniels, on Broadway in "God of Carnage," a Tony-winning drama about two sets of parents whose attempt to settle a fight between their adolescent children brings out their own immature and combative sides. Davis earned rave reviews and a much-deserved Tony Award nomination. She earned further critical kudos - as well as Emmy and Golden Globe nominations - for playing Hillary Clinton in "The Special Relationship" (HBO, 2010), a look at the intimate friendship between President Bill Clinton (Dennis Quaid) and British Prime Minister Tony Blair (Michael Sheen).
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William Davis | Father | Died c. 1997 |
Joan Davis | Mother | |
Ford Evanson | Husband | Married 1987; Divorced 1996 |
Jon Walker | Husband | Married |
Georgia Walker | Daughter | Born August 31, 2002; father, Jon Patrick Walker |
Mae Walker | Daughter | Born December 30, 2004; father, Jon Patrick Walker |
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Davis was distantly related to playwright Noel Coward. Coward was the first cousin of Davis' grandfather. |
"I think she is a star. What makes a star with the public has nothing to do with acting. She's a character actress, which is the greatest thing you can be. I think she can do anything." - Joel Schumacher on Davis, quoted in The Los Angeles Times, March 13, 1997 |
"It's a cruel business. I'll never forget I had this one audition in Chicago. It was for a horror film or something, and there was this really angry casting director. And after my audition, he sat me down and told me why I would never be successful. He talked about what about my face didn't work, how I carried myself like a classical leading lady but looked like something else. It took me a year to let that go." - Davis to the Los Angeles Times, March 13, 1997 |
"I love acting. It's my whole life. I actually can't think of anything in the world I would rather do. This is my cream. And I love the nomadic existence. I'm not good at staying in one place for a long time and doing the same thing day after day." - Davis in Interview magazine, September 1997 |
"I've kind of arrived at the place where I want to be, and I'd love to stay here for awhile. I love working on independent films, and I love doing theatre. I'm pretty damned content." - Davis in Interview magazine, September 1997 |
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Create a miniature Blue with your little one. Begin with an egg, then use felt and construction paper to embellish.
Watch Blue's Clues only on Nick Jr.
To make the stand for your egg, cut a cardboard egg carton into individual cells, turn each cell upside down, and cut an opening in the top just big enough to secure the base of the egg.
Paint the egg pale blue. Let it dry.
Using the Blue Egg Template as a guide, cut ears from the pale blue felt. Cut medium-blue dots of felt and glue them in the center of ears.
Glue the ears on Blue's head.
Cut more medium-blue felt dots and glue them on Bob's face.
Cut oval-shaped eyes from the construction paper, color the eyes with the black marker, and glue them on the egg.
Using the medium-blue paint, paint on Blue's nose. Highlight with white paint.
Paint the egg stand pale blue.
Cut out a pale blue felt paw shape and five medium-blue felt dots.
Glue the dots on the felt paw shape.
Glue Blue's paw print on an egg cell.
Your little one will be ready to go, after potty training play with Blue and Joe
Hot dog! It's Blue at the door for Halloween
These are a few of MY favorite things!
Let the sun shine on Blue and you!
Pop up with sweet Mother's Day wishes from Blue and Joe!
Mom's got a clue that you love her.
Blue will be your child's constant companion all through the night
Learn to tell time with Tickety Tock
This sock was made for talkin'
Peek-a-Boo! It's Blue!
Paint your little pups Blue this Halloween
Save pennies (and that tissue box!) with Blue
Smiles from ear-to-ear
Show it off!
Start school with Blue!
Dress up as Magenta
The classic party game has a new, blue twist.
Greet visitors with a colorful display featuring your child's Nick Jr. friends
Make a do-together craft kids can proudly display on their door
A picture-perfect present for you and your little bunny!
Make an indoor winter wonderland that somebunny will love!
Kids can hop on over to the Christmas tree to hang this charming decoration!
Rabbits are brave and he�s no exception! Add Benjamin to your x-mas collection.
Spread holiday cheer with these "sweet" messages.
Peter has a new gift for you to see. It's round, and blue, and hangs on a tree.
This print-and-fold craft is an umirrific way to make your tree look spectacular!
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Welcome guests during the holidays--or any day--with this easy-to-make decoration.
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Make VROOM, VROOM on your tree this year for UmiCar!
This paper gingerbread house is all bark and no bite!
Milli spins her pattern powers into a string of dreidels this holiday season
Santa's little helpers can make a sweet sled for Dora and Swiper!
Your preschooler can give a special holiday treat to everyone on her list!
Kids can turn recyclables into beautiful Dora decorations!
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It's been amazing over the past few weeks how Americans have banded together to raise money after the devastating earthquakes that occurred in Haiti. People all over our great country teamed up to send millions of dollars to help the needy following this disaster.
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It's hard to describe in words the actual look of, "We're closing in two days and you're seriously asking if we take credit cards?" (I really need to start carrying cash on me more often.)
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The Fredonia Farmers' Market is ready for Halloween today. Children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes to the Fredonia Farmers' Market for "Trick-or-Treat at the Market" and receive a little treat from each of the vendors.
To join in the fun, participants should bring their own trick-or-treat bag and come to the market dressed in their spookiest, silliest or prettiest costumes. Simply stop at each vendors' tent and say "Trick-or-treat!" Some of the market vendors will be in costumes and adult patrons are welcome to visit the market in costume as well, but not to gather treats.
From 10 to 10:30 a.m., Mr. Scarecrow will be reading Halloween stories to the children. Mini pumpkin decorating will take place in the tent in the center of the market. This event being no charge and the children will be able to take their pumpkin home. Pancakes will be served by DeGolier's Maple Products with apple cider being served at Lamberton Hallow Farms' tent.
"Trick-or-Treat at the Market" will be the last large event at the Fredonia Farmers' Market for the season. The market will continue until the end of October with the vendors forming their own winter market, which will be held at the Fredonia's Masonic Temple on Route 20.
The Fredonia Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Church Street to the end of October. Vendors sell local produce, meat, eggs, honey, maple syrup, baked goods and crafts. Customers are able to use the EBT cards at the Fredonia Farmers' Market with the EBT token program. Visit the EBT token tent at the market to purchase tokens with SNAP benefit cards.


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Freeworlds: Tides of War is a fan built Star Wars total conversion mod for Digital Anvil's Freelancer game that was released several years ago. When fans began to make mods for Freelancer, one of the many things people were keen on seeing was a Freelancer mod based on the Star Wars universe developed by George Lucas. Freeworlds and Tides of War were the answer to this outcry. The development team of both mods have now joined forces to create an epic new Star Wars TC, Freeworlds: Tides of War.
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Recipe by sparkleznspice
"This is one of the most delicious recipes I've ever had using fruit!"
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2 medium apples - unpeeled, cored, and cut into chunks
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
1/2 cup seedless grapes
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
This was a very good dish. Simple, but pretty tasty for what it is. I made it exactly as written. I wasn't sure that the recipe really meant for the apples to be unpeeled (keep the peel on) instead of peeled (take the peel off), so I asked The Woman I Love, and we agreed that the apples should be peeled, so that's what I did. I used Golden Delicious apples, and they worked, but perhaps Granny Smith or another more baking-appropriate apple would be better. Also, I opted for red seedless grapes, to add some color to the dish. We ate the whole thing in one night - it made two not-very-big bowlfuls for each of us. I'll give it a 4-star rating, but The Woman I Love said she'd give it 5 stars, and she asked me to make this for her once a month. Thanks for a great recipe!
This was okay. My husband and I found that it tasted like hot fruit salad. I think it's missing something. Not quite sure what it is. I would definitely cook it a bit longer than it says. My apples were still a bit crunchy.
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Tried this recipe and I have sort of a mixed review. Smelled good, tasted good, and was still good the next day. I served it over homeade ice cream. I was even asked for the recipe but it still needed something. But it smelled good and was a pretty good taste so I will give it 4 stars.
Quick and easy is right... and I keep all of this fruit on hand, so when my husband invited some friends at work home to dinner on short notice, this was a real lifesaver. It capped off a dinner that I'd put together in 1 hr. flat...took this out of the oven and let it cool for just a few minutes and served with vanilla ice cream or raspberry sorbet... was a big hit
This recipe was pretty good. I didn't have any grapes on hand but it was ok. I added a little nutmeg, but I think that a crisp topping would have made it perfect. It was still a good recipe.
Really liked this, very simple and light. I put the fruit in small serving dishes and tried it as is, and realized the one thing missing was brown sugar. I added a VERY small sprinkle to each dish and it was perfect! It all came together and the juice at the bottom was scrumptious!!!
A very simple and light but delicious treat. I used oranges instead of pineapples. Also, poured over a bit of blackberry/raspberry smoothie, just because I had some left. Served it hot with caramel/cinnamon icecream! Yummy!!!
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Country Apple Dessert
Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe Servings Per Recipe: 4 Amount Per Serving Calories: 124 Calories from Fat: 29
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Faherty, William Barnaby, S. J. Dream by the River: Two Centuries of Saint Louis Catholicism 1766–1997. St. Louis: Piraeus, 1997.
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