Comment: | Letslink UK - the UK Local Exchange Trading and Complementary Currencies Development Agency - co-ordinates the work of a network of local LETS. LETS - Local Exchange Trading Systems or Schemes - are local community-based mutual aid networks in which people exchange all kinds of goods and services with one another, without the need for money.
LETS are grassroots initiatives open to everyone - people of all ages, skills and abilities; local clubs and associations; voluntary groups, charities, etc. - helping everyone to give and take, connect to new resources, and find a genuine community identity.
LETS use a system of community credits, so that direct exchanges do not have to be made. People earn LETS credits by providing a service, and can then spend the credits on whatever is offered by others on the scheme: for example childcare, transport, food, home repairs or the hire of tools and equipment.
For details of LETS in your area, contact Letslink UK, or use their website. |
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