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Get ready for National Coding Week 2026!

| August 14, 2026

National Coding Week returns between 14 and 20 September 2026, bringing a fantastic opportunity for radio amateurs of all ages to build confidence in digital skills and explore the world of programming. This year, the RSGB Outreach Team has released three coding activities designed especially for National Coding Week. These are available on the RSGB […]

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Build your own radio workshop at NRC

| August 14, 2026

The RSGB National Radio Centre at Bletchley Park is hosting another of its popular build your own radio workshops. Morning and afternoon sessions will be held on Thursday, 27 August 2026 and will offer young people aged between 12 and 18 the opportunity to learn more about amateur radio and electronics. The workshops are funded […]

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Peter Chadwick, G3RZP, SK

| August 11, 2026
Peter Chadwick, G3RZP, SK

The Radio Society of Great Britain is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Peter Chadwick, G3RZP, a former President and Life Vice-President of the Society, and one of the most knowledgeable and respected technical figures in British amateur radio. Peter’s association with radio began remarkably early. Born in May 1947, the second son […]

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Updated RSGB contest entry policy

| August 7, 2026

The RSGB Board has approved an updated contest entry policy following a review, consultation and careful consideration. From 1 January 2027, eligibility to participate in RSGB contests will be open to all appropriately licensed radio amateurs, regardless of nationality or location. Entry will be subject only to the legal and regulatory obligations applicable to both […]

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Take part in solar eclipse experiments with the PSC

| August 7, 2026

There will be a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, and the RSGB Propagation Studies Committee (PSC) would like your help with some radio experiments. There are three ways that RSGB members can get involved and support the Committee in investigating how the Sun’s ultraviolet and X-ray output affects our ionosphere and how […]

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Improved Course and Exam Finder now available

| August 7, 2026

The Course and Exam finder page on the RSGB website is now back online. The application has been completely redeveloped, following major works on the Society’s website this summer. It now features a fully responsive layout for mobile devices, plus a clearer and more accessible user interface. You’ll find colour coded banners for the exam […]

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