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5MHz: an important reminder about FT8 use
The RSGB reminds all radio amateurs that they must only operate within the UK allocated bands for each mode. Ofcom has noticed that, increasingly, radio amateurs are using FT8 outside of the UK 60m allocations. They are monitoring usage and will write to you if they observe your call sign operating outside of this band. […]
Seasonal closures at the RSGB National Radio Centre
The RSGB National Radio Centre, located at Bletchley Park, will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. There will be reduced hours on New Year’s Eve when the Centre will be closing at 2pm. In addition to this, it will also be closed for essential maintenance works on the […]
YOTA Month is well underway
Youngsters on the Air Month is well underway with multiple groups scheduled to host special event station GB25YOTA this week. On Sunday 7 December, you’ll be able to work operators from Cray Valley Radio Society, as well as the 2nd Marlborough Scouts. The Scout group will also be active on Monday 8 December. Buckie High […]
Region 1 team changes
There have been a number of changes to the Region 1 team, Scotland South and Western Isles. The new arrangements include: DR12: John Keymer, MM9YTN (Ayrshire, Dumfries and Galloway) DR13: Michael Topple, GM5AUG (Hebrides) DR14: Brian Thompson, MM0GTX (Dumbartonshire, Argyle, Bute, and the Western Isles) DR16: George Crawford, GM1DSV (Lothian and Borders district) The team […]
The road to starting Cardiff University Amateur Radio Society
As an aspiring electrical engineer at Cardiff University, Jacob, MW9JKY always had an interest in wireless communication and its applications. However, it was only when he found an online content creator who introduced him to the topic of telegraphy that he realised he wanted to find out more. Jacob soon contacted the RSGB to find […]
The new University of Exeter amateur radio course attracts enthusiastic students
The University of Exeter (M0KQI) has officially launched its amateur radio Foundation licence course. This is run by Chris Leaver, G3CJL and supported by Mike Nicholas, G3MYK. It is sparking significant interest among students keen to delve into the fascinating world of radio communications. With a varied curriculum that includes historical and technical aspects of […]
