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HS1A, King of Thailand, SK
As has been widely reported by mainstream media, the King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej, HS1A, became a Silent Key on Thursday, 13 October 2016. Our thoughts are with his family and the people of Thailand at this most difficult time.
More people at RSGB Convention
The RSGB Convention last weekend was the most successful ever, with visitor numbers up 20 percent on last year. A total of 542 people attended the world-class event, which attracted top-class lecturers from around the globe. Many of the talks were recorded and will be made available to RSGB Members in due course. Each will […]
Ofcom launches Graduate Scheme
Ofcom have opened applications for their 2017 Graduate Scheme. The programme sees young graduates embarking on a series of intensive job placements, moving regularly between projects and divisions to give the widest possible exposure to different departments. A Graduate Scheme open day will be held on Friday, 4 November at Ofcom’s London office. For more […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
December is Youngsters on the Air (YOTA) month across Europe and Africa and the RSGB is coordinating the UK participants. Any Affiliated Club, school, college, university or youth group can apply to host the special call sign GB16YOTA for a day—or two—during December. The only stipulation is that the event must be aimed at getting […]
Rallies and Events News – 16 October 2016
The Holsworthy Radio Rally takes place on Sunday, 16 October in Holsworthy Community College, Victoria Hill, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6JD. Doors open at 10am. There will be traders, a bring-and-buy and catering. The venue has disabled access. Details from Howard, M0MYB by email to M0OMC@yahoo.co.uk. The Carrickfergus Amateur Radio Group Radio Rally takes place on […]
DX News – 16 October 2016
GM3WOJ and GM4YXI will be operating V6Z on the Chuuk Islands, IOTA reference OC-011 from 17 October to 1 November. They are using LoTW and ClubLog, QSL direct or ARRL bureau via N3SL. See also www.v6z2016.com. The Selvagens Islands, AF-047 are on the air as CQ9GXC courtesy of CT1GXC from 19 to 25 October. QSL via home […]
