RSSRSGB Notices

RSGB HFCC and VHFCC update to recent rule changes

| March 24, 2020

As a result of the government’s updated position on people’s movements, the VHFCC and HFCC have taken the decision that, until further notice, we can no longer allow any entries from stations operating from portable or alternative addresses or from multi-operator stations. Single operator entries from shared stations will also not be accepted unless the […]

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New Coronavirus updates and resources page launched

| March 20, 2020

We have launched a new Coronavirus updates web page to serve radio amateurs in two ways. Firstly, it draws together in one place all our major announcements as we respond to this fast-moving situation. Secondly, it provides a place for us to share ideas we receive from clubs and groups as they adapt to new […]

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Message from RSGB General Manager, Steve Thomas, M1ACB

| March 20, 2020

We took the decision to close the RSGB National Radio Centre earlier this week to help protect our staff, volunteers and visitors. You will also have seen announcements about changes to our AGM, exams and contests over recent days. During this difficult time we have also been focused on protecting the welfare of our volunteer […]

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Changes to the AGM arrangements

| March 19, 2020

In response to the government’s latest Covid-19 recommendations the RSGB Board has changed the arrangements for the Society’s AGM on 25 April 2020. The physical meeting in Birmingham will not take place and the information which would have been made available at the AGM will now be made available online. AGM business The Resolutions to […]

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RSGB HF and VHF contest rules changes

| March 19, 2020

As a result of the UK government’s recent advice on social distancing, it is with regret that the HF Contest Committee (HFCC) and the VHF Contest Committee (VHFCC) have decided that, with immediate effect and until the end of June 2020, we will no longer accept multi-operator contest entries for any RSGB Contest. Single operator […]

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New exam bookings paused until further notice

| March 19, 2020

Following on from the exam announcement earlier this week, it has been decided that with immediate effect and until further notice, the RSGB Exam Department will not be accepting or processing any new exam bookings. If you have already carried out a practical assessment for a Foundation or Intermediate exam and it is still valid, […]

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