Al, I don't recommend having folks send you US checks â€" in my experience, banks charge a significant chunk to convert it for you â€" per item, so having a cheque for $12 converted will not leave much for you.

Figure out something else if you possibly can â€" maybe Dick Greenhaus can help? If push comes to shove, I have both US & UK accounts, so if there's no alternative, I might be able to help.