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RSGB launches practical events web section
The RSGB is keen to promote practical events for radio amateurs as a way of developing their skills and retaining their interest in amateur radio. The Society has also demonstrated that buildathons are a great way of engaging new audiences, giving people a taste of amateur radio in a fun and supportive environment. As part […]
IARU Region 1 awards update
The RSGB Awards Manager has announced that, with the support of the Board, he has added new categories of achievement to the IARU Region 1 Award. These include WARC bands only, 10MHz only, 18MHz only and 24MHz only. The standard IARU Region 1 Award check spreadsheet should continue to be used for these categories. However, […]
Get involved with Youngsters on the Air Month
With just two weeks to go until Youngsters on the Air Month (YOTA), operating slots for GB24YOTA are fast filling up. The special call sign will be active throughout December and is a fantastic opportunity to get youngsters active on the amateur bands. Whether you are part of a school, university, youth group, a club […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
The RSGB National Radio Centre at Bletchley Park will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. There will also be reduced hours on New Year’s Eve when the centre will be closing at 2pm. Following the seasonal closures the NRC will also be closed for essential maintenance works on […]
RSGB launches its 2025 Construction Competition
The RSGB has launched its Construction Competition for 2025. Entries to this annual competition will again be judged online to allow RSGB members from the UK and across the world to participate and demonstrate their creativity. In line with the Society’s strategic priority of growth, there will be a new Outreach category this year in […]
RSGB Contest Club to enter World Wide Award 2025
The RSGB Contest Club is excited to announce that the second World Wide Award event will be taking place in January 2025 and that it is looking for volunteers to take part. Last year’s event included 28 RSGB members who made in excess of an impressive 109,000 contacts. The Society’s Contest Club has confirmed there […]
