Communications Officer
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Ofcom 2.3GHz band consultation: RSGB response
The RSGB has responded to a recent Ofcom Consultation, which would see new users sharing spectrum within the 2.3GHz amateur band. Whilst the new devices may be limited to indoor use, the RSGB has taken the opportunity to highlight concerns regarding the weak signal 2320MHz segment. In addition, the RSGB has also indicated its wish […]
Centenary celebrations of first two-way radio communication between the UK and New Zealand
The October edition of RadCom includes an article about the very first two-way radio communication between the UK and New Zealand, something that Sir Edward Appleton, radio physicist and Nobel laureate, later described as “probably the most dramatic moment in the history of the development of the short waves.” The contact was between two radio […]
Amateur radio: a family hobby
In August 2024, three generations of the Wilson family became licensed radio amateurs, after they all took their Foundation exams within two days of one another. Their aim was to introduce a different way to stay connected, as well as pick up a new hobby that they can all enjoy. The three generations, all based […]
Wick High School Radio Club collects time zones
Wick High School Radio Club, which operates as GM0WHS, has started the new school term with great success. The group recently organised a “collecting time zones” event, that was inspired by a similar activity created by John Hislop, G7OHO. Lucy, MM7FUV lead the radio club in making their QSOs, which took place over the course […]
Honorary Treasurer, Chris Wood, GD6TWF
I am responsible for advising the RSGB Board and communicating to members on finance matters. When I retired, I recognised that as a Chartered Accountant I had specific skills to offer the Society. By volunteering I can contribute to the RSGB and I am enjoying that.
Emerging Technology Coordination Committee (ETCC) member, Steve Morton, G8SFR
I’ve been an RSGB volunteer since 1994 and I’ve been doing more or less the same role ever since! When I first joined the RSGB DCC (Datacoms Committee) I was using my organisation and communication skills to process large number of NoV applications for Nodes and Mailboxes throughout UK. Today I’m still doing more or […]
