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So what does being an RSGB Board member really mean?

| October 4, 2017
So what does being an RSGB Board member really mean?

We asked current Board Directors to give us their thoughts: “A chance to give something back for the enjoyment I have had from amateur radio over many years – here and overseas.” Most people cite being able to give something back as being a key driver; others want to use their knowledge, skills and experience […]

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IARU Conference report now online

| September 29, 2017

The Report for the 24th Region 1 IARU General Conference, held in Landshut Germany from 16 to 23 September 2017, is available on the Region 1 website. The papers for C3, C4, C5 and C7 are also available in zipped format on this page.

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Enter the RSGB Construction Competition

| September 29, 2017

The RSGB annual Construction Competition is still open for entries. The aim of the competition is to encourage home construction, experimentation, design and innovation. The competition can be entered by individual members or groups of members where the build team will be treated as a single entrant. The closing date has been extended to 6 […]

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VDSL interference survey extended

| September 29, 2017

The RSGB EMC Committee has been investigating VDSL broadband interference on the HF amateur bands for three years now. To increase the amount of evidence available, the Committee set up a survey to collect current signal levels at the frequencies of VDSL band transitions. There are still lots of responses being received so the deadline […]

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RSGB responds to Ofcom consultations

| September 29, 2017

The RSGB has recently responded to two Ofcom consultations affecting amateur microwave bands, as part of its ongoing strategy to protect amateur spectrum. The latest input in a series regarding 5GHz has been made in relation to Ofcom’s consultation to liberalise fixed wireless access channels. This would affect amateur narrowband and particularly satellite reception. Additionally, […]

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Regional volunteers wanted

| September 29, 2017

Do you have some spare time to support fellow radio amateurs? Are you passionate about the future of amateur radio? The RSGB currently has a number of volunteer vacancies within the Regional representation structure and would like to hear from you. There are Deputy Regional manager vacancies in Regions 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 10 […]

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