Archive for August, 2020

Could you join the RSGB Board?

| August 28, 2020

Following recent changes to the RSGB Board of Directors, and the continuing effects of the ongoing pandemic, the RSGB is looking for Members to be considered for possible appointment to the Board. For more details about the Board, the essential personal attributes needed to be a Board Director, and how to apply, go to rsgb.org/volunteers.

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RSGB 2020 Convention Online – latest news

| August 28, 2020

During the RSGB 2020 Convention Online, you will be able to enjoy some excellent lectures. On Saturday, 10 October 2020, the RSGB will be putting on two streams online for everyone to enjoy. In An introduction to… we will have The Magic of Six Metres by Chris Deacon, G4IFX. Join him to learn what makes […]

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200,000 downloads for GB2RS Podcast

| August 28, 2020

As the GB2RS Podcast approaches 200,000 downloads, two additional ways to receive the podcast have been added. Amazon Podcasts and Audible will carry the RSGB broadcast each week in addition to Apple, Bluberry, Stitcher and others who have been carrying the program for some time. A podcast is a short audio program that can be […]

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Also in GB2RS this week…

| August 28, 2020

Fred, M3CTW will celebrate his 100th birthday on 1 September 2020 and we wish him many happy returns. He is still active on the air and a recent contact told us that Fred speaks with the fluency of a much younger person and operates his radio in an excellent manner. The media is still interested […]

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GB2RS News Script for 30 August 2020

| August 28, 2020

Tap or click the link below to download this week’s GB2RS news script GB2RS News Script for 30 August 2020 (12-page/221KB Microsoft Word document) Problems downloading the GB2RS news script? Try this alternative link.

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Special Events News – 30 August 2020

| August 28, 2020

Since the change of regulations applying to special event stations in the UK, many activations are now able to go ahead. UK amateurs would like to thank Ofcom for their help in making this happen. Members of the Royal Air Force Amateur Radio Society (RAFARS) will be operating GB80BOB from 1 to 28 September to […]

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