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Special Events News – 13 September 2020
Since the change of regulations applying to special event stations in the UK, many activations are now able to go ahead. UK amateurs would like to thank Ofcom for their help in making this happen. Members of the Royal Air Force Amateur Radio Society (RAFARS) will be operating GB80BOB from 1 to 28 September to […]
Contest News – 13 September 2020
Please remember to check before the contest for new rules due to lockdown and social distancing, which may differ around the world. The RSGB strongly advises obeying your own national and local government’s advice first and foremost, especially in the instance of local lockdowns. The WAE DX SSB contest runs for 48 hours ending 2359UTC […]
Propagation News – 13 September 2020
It was another week with zero sunspots, but the upside was that we had settled geomagnetic conditions. The maximum Kp index of two, but more often than not just one, was brought about by an absence of coronal holes last week. This meant that the ionosphere was pretty stable, with Maximum Useable Frequencies (MUFs) over […]
Latest RSGB 2020 Convention information
During the RSGB 2020 Convention online, you will be able to enjoy some excellent lectures. On Saturday, 10 October 2020, the RSGB will be putting on two streams online for everyone to enjoy. In An introduction to… we will have How to Get the Most Out of Your Dealer For Your Part-exchange with Martin Lynch, […]
Anyone lost a trailer mast?
We received news from the Warwickshire Police Rural Crime Team regarding a trailer-mounted Strumech mast they believe may be stolen property. If you think you know where this tower belongs and can identify the mast, please contact PC Craig Purcell either by text, call, or WhatsApp on 0779 059 7820.
GB2RS Newsreader stands down after 40 years
After more than 40 years as a GB2RS newsreader for the north Midlands, Martin, G3USF has decided to retire. The RSGB would like to thank him for his many years of service to the amateur radio community. Eddie, G0VVT, is standing in to keep the news readings going in the future.
