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Propagation News – 26 October 2025
It looks like Earth dodged a bullet last week when a large coronal mass ejection, or CME, erupted on the far side of the Sun on Tuesday, 21 October. Had that CME been Earth-directed we could have endured a strong, or possibly an extreme, geomagnetic storm with dazzling displays of aurora. The source of the […]
Chris Whitmarsh, G0FDZ – October 2025
Chris Whitmarsh, G0FDZ died in October 2025 at the age of 73. He was a pioneering microwave operator and a constructor of unparalleled ability. Always ready to provide help and guidance to others, he was a stalwart member of the North Kent and Cray Valley Radio Societies and a founding member of the Windmill Contest […]
Robert Fisher, G3PWJ – October 2025
It is with great sadness that I have to report the sudden and totally unexpected passing of Robert “Bob” Fisher, G3PWJ during the first week in October 2025. Born in 1941 he was highly respected particularly in the Midlands where his technical knowledge was legendary. He was on air until the day he died, being […]
Ofcom implements Phases 2 and 3 of the amateur radio licence review
Following the introduction of the current amateur licensing framework in February 2024, Ofcom has now implemented most of the remaining changes associated with Phases 2 and 3. The updates to Ofcom’s online licensing portal accommodate applications for new M8/M9 Intermediate call signs, more flexible Special Event call signs, and other changes which include easier revalidation. […]
Share your feedback on RSGB 2025 Convention
The RSGB 2025 Convention took place last weekend and brought together hundreds in person, as well as many more from across the globe who watched via the livestream. The Society is already receiving an overwhelming amount of positive feedback. If you did attend the Convention and haven’t yet completed the feedback form, please click here […]
New RSGB mobile app video
We have released a short video explaining how to get the most out of our new mobile app. We have received great feedback about the new app and we want to ensure everyone enjoys the full functionality. You can find the video at rsgb.org/radcom or on our YouTube channel. If you’d like to watch a behind-the-scenes […]
