Archive for April, 2017
AGM changes in RSGB Board
At the RSGB AGM held last Saturday, the 22nd, in Cardiff, Sara McGarvey, 2I0SSW, was elected to the RSGB Board of Directors. Steve Hartley, G0FUW, stood down as Chairman but has been co-opted by the Board to oversee YOTA 2017 and the introduction of the RSGB’s new strategy, which was launched at the AGM. Graham […]
G3LTF appointed Honorary Vice President
We’re delighted to announce that Peter Blair OBE, G3LTF has been elected by the RSGB Board as Honorary Vice-President. Peter has been an inspiration to over three generations of radio amateurs, not only by his own achievements but also by communicating his enthusiasm and technical expertise to thousands of others around the world. In his […]
RSGB representation at Lord Rix memorial
RSGB President, Nick Henwood, G3RWF will represent the RSGB at the memorial service for Brian Rix, G2DQU at The Actor’s Church in Covent Garden on 3 May 2017 at 3pm. Known formally as The Lord Rix, Brian Rix, Baron Rix, Kt, CBE, DL, G2DQU, he passed away on 20 August 2016 and you can find […]
Insurance for clubs, beacons and repeaters
RSGB club insurance and beacon and repeater insurance has now been renewed for the year to April 2018. Club insurance certificates can be downloaded from the RSGB website, where your Membership Services login will be required. Beacon and repeater insurance costs £10 and you may renew on the RSGB shop. Please allow a couple of […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
We have been informed that the Ofcom amateur radio licencing portal is down for maintenance from 6pm on Thursday, 27 April until 8.30am on Tuesday, 2 May. The US Army, Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard will sponsor the traditional military/amateur radio communication tests on 13 May to mark the 66th annual Armed Forces Day, […]
GB2RS News Script for 30 April 2017
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