News
RSGB remote invigilation milestone
This week, the RSGB passed the fantastic milestone of 4,000 candidates passing their Foundation licence via remote invigilation. During 2020 the Society implemented remote invigilation in stages for all three licence levels, to enable people to become involved with amateur radio and progress despite the pandemic. The RSGB is delighted that 1,241 candidates have since […]
RSGB Convention trailer released
The RSGB Online Convention is taking place on 9 October 2021. The Society has just released its video trailer for the event that will give you a taste of what to expect. There will be two streams of talks available all day, as well as after the event, on the RSGB YouTube channel. Steve, G0KYA, […]
Electrojumble at computing museum
The National Museum of Computing (TNMOC) on the Bletchley Park site will be holding an Electrojumble event on Sunday, 19 September 2021 from 11am to 3pm. Although entry to the event is free, admission is by pre-booked ticket only. More detailed information and booking details can be found on the TNMOC website.
Also in GB2RS this week…
Last week, RSGB General Manager Steve Thomas, M1ACB was invited to speak online to Stockport Radio Society members. His presentation explained the framework of the RSGB, looked back at the challenges and successes of 2020, and also highlighted the need to support the thousands of new licensees who have joined in the last year. He […]
Rallies and Events News – 12 September 2021
Before travelling to any rally or event, please check the event’s website as there may still be alterations or cancellations due to the pandemic. Today, the 12th, the Caister Lifeboat Rally takes place at Caister Lifeboat station, Tan Lane, Caister on Sea, Norfolk NR30 5DJ. Doors open at 9.30am. There will be a raffle and […]
DX News – 12 September 2021
Gabor, HA3JB will be active as 5H1IP from Zanzibar Island, IOTA reference AF-032, between the 17th and 29th of September. He will operate CW, SSB, RTTY and FT8 on the 160 to 6m bands. QSL via Club Log’s OQRS, or direct to HA3JB. Adrien, F4IHM will be back in Niger until the 22nd of October […]