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	Forest of Dean LETS - Units of deans, with a sub-unit of Vicars.
	Manchester Lets - Manual, FAQ, and discussion about e-commerce for LETS in Manchester
	Worcester Community Currency Accounting Services - Providing accounting services for LETSystems and similar trading networks. Introducing CC to the business sector through a community way program.
	LETSlink Scotland - A network for local currency systems throughout Scotland, providing information and training. Information about LETS and how they work, map of schemes operating in Scotland, newsletter, contact details and other information.
	LETSLink UK - A national LETS development agency and network. Maintains a database of LETS schemes throughout the UK and seeks to promote exchange of best practices. Information about the organisation, Best Practices guide and news.
	Greenwich LETS - Information about LETS (Local Exchange Trading Schemes) and how they work, specifics on schemes operating in Greenwich, courses available and anecdotes of LETS trading.
	Woking and District LETS - How Local Exchange Trading Schemes work, FAQ, anecdotes, links to other schemes operating and contact information.
	Kendal LETS - Local Exchange and Trading Scheme. - One of many localised non-profit making, non-religious, non-political organisations, whose aim is to create a new type of local economy which enables the people of Kendal to use their resources to help each other and build a friendly, caring community.
	Preston Local Exchange Trading System - Local currency system, allowing trade of skills, services and goods. Contains explanation of concept and process, history of scheme, application form and newsletter.
	Teifi Taf LETS - Ceredigion, West Wales - Local Exchange Trading System, which is a local currency system in south Ceredigion, north Carmarthenshire and north Pembrokeshire.
	CyFLe Aberystwyth LETS - The Aberystwyth Local Exchange group. Includes directory listings, details of membership, and a general explanation of LETS.
	Merton Lets - A local currency scheme with a unit called the eco. Publicity is funded by Merton Council. Details of the scheme, how to join and how to trade.
	South East Essex LETS - Creating an alternative economic system whereby local people can exchange goods, services and skills without the need for money.
	North Fife LETS - How Local Exchange Trading Schemes work, contact information, list of events, offers and wants for settlement in LETS and newsletter.

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