Archive for 2019
News for Wales – 7 April 2019
On Monday Llanelli Amateur Radio Society is holding its AGM. Details from Steve Williams, MW6CCG, on 0787 849 4337. On Wednesday Cardiff University Amateur Radio Society has its regular shack night. Contact Derek, MW0LNA, via email to officers@cardiffars.org.uk. On Thursday Aberystwyth & District Amateur Radio Society is hosting the North Dyfed RAYNET AGM. Contact Ray, […]
Special Contest Call NoV updates
In consultation with Ofcom, the RSGB has reviewed the Special Contest Calls (SCC) Notice of Variation (NoV). We are pleased to announce the following updates: • We have extended the validity of SCC NoV granted since 1 January 2019 from three to five years • Contest entries up to five years old may now be […]
New vacancy: Beyond Exams Champion
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to perform the role of Beyond Exams Champion. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the implementation of Strategy 2022, especially in the priorities of Growth, Participation and Diversity. Beyond Exams is a suite of initiatives designed to promote engagement, learning and enjoyment in amateur radio […]
Join Cricket World Cup Marathon
The RSGB is hosting an international amateur radio marathon event on the HF bands to celebrate this year’s Cricket World Cup, which is being held in England and Wales. The marathon will run from the 30 May 2019 to the 14 July 2019. The RSGB Contest Club is looking for more volunteers to help co-ordinate […]
Storm delays Bouvet Island DXpedition
The much-anticipated 3Y0I Bouvet Island DXpedition has run into difficulties before having a chance to approach the island. Winds as high as 170km/h, that’s 105 mph, caused damage to their ship, the MV Atlantic Tuna, which is now heading back to Cape Town for assessment and repairs. The team is stressing that this setback represents […]
