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2023 – a year in numbers

| February 22, 2024
2023 – a year in numbers

During a year when the global landscape shifted once more, with conflicts across the world and economic difficulties touching the lives of individuals, we were pleased to see that the amateur radio community continues to thrive. It may have changed shape and adapted with the times, but the RSGB has been there not only to […]

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March 2024 – Strategic priorities update

| February 22, 2024
March 2024 – Strategic priorities update

RSGB strategic priorities – a personal view I have recently started a series of talks to radio clubs about the Society and the services it offers.  It’s a bit of a double act – Board Director Ben Lloyd, GW4BML talks about SOTA and I talk about the RSGB. We have given these talks at Powys […]

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Ofcom releases consultation decisions

| February 21, 2024

Ofcom has released its final decisions following its consultation on the amateur radio licensing framework last year. You can read more on the Ofcom website: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/news-centre/2024/amateur-radio-more-freedom-to-innovate We will continue to release information and support for radio amateurs as we all adapt to these licence changes.

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George Short, G2DGB – 9 February 2024

| February 19, 2024
George Short, G2DGB – 9 February 2024

George became interested in radio in the late 1930s and joined Weymouth & District Short Wave Club (G8WQ) in 1938. He achieved an AA (Artificial Aerial) licence in March 1939, callsign 2DGB. He was called up for national service in July 1939 and de-mobbed in January 1946 after which he managed to get a full […]

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AGM 2024: Ask the RSGB Board a question

| February 16, 2024

Over the last few years, the RSGB has been developing the way in which the Board can be asked questions at the Society’s online AGM. Last year, people were able to ask questions over YouTube live chat, as well as submitting written questions in advance. This year, in response to members’ feedback, there will be […]

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GB2RS News Script for 18 February 2024

| February 16, 2024

Tap or click the link below to download this week’s news script News script for 18 February 2024 (MS Word document)

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