SF – Terms of Reference

The Spectrum Forum Terms of Reference are as follows:-

Scope/Role

To maintain and enhance radio amateurs’ ability to use the radio spectrum
To ensure that all Spectrum & Licensing matters within the Society are properly coordinated
To maintain a good working relationship with the national administration on such matters
To deal with international matters concerning Spectrum & Licensing, especially those arising from the Society’s membership of IARU, and CEPT/ITU matters
To lead preparations of IARU Conference papers and positions making appropriate recommendations to the Board

Operational

Monitor and pursue all aspects of spectrum and licensing relevant to the amateur service and amateur satellite service including considerations of usage, growth and research
Provide recommendations for band planning, operating and licence guidance
Identify areas where radio amateurs can make a contribution to spectrum usage and innovation
Organise and prepare conference papers, making appropriate recommendations to the Board
Recommend to the Board the award of relevant society trophies and liaise with the Awards Manager and offer guidance where required
Provide a web presence that includes all aspects of the work of the Forum

Membership

The Forum consists of: Core members (Spectrum Chair, Spectrum Managers and such other members as thought to be appropriate), other RSGB Volunteers (Committee chairs etc), representatives of Special Interest Groups and expert consultants / corresponding members
For IARU Conference matters, a team composed of the President, Spectrum Chair, HF, VHF and Microwave Managers and EMC Chair will finalise the appropriate recommendations
Through the appointment the post holder accepts and follows the RSGB’s Code of Conduct and Ethos

Created 2004 (amended 31st August 2012 & 24th May 2014), revised 12th March 2019