Also in this weeks GB2RS…

A reminder now that the popular British Inland Waterways on the Air (BIWOTA) event will take place between 26 and 28 August 2023. The event is open to amateurs who use canals, towpaths, rivers, lakes or reservoirs for work or recreation. Registration for the event is still open. To sign up, visit the BIWOTA pages on Nunsfield House Amateur Radio Group’s website.

The RSGB is reminding all radio amateurs that they are required to revalidate their licence with Ofcom at least every five years. If it has been a while since you last revalidated, go to the Manage your licence page on the Ofcom website or email spectrum.licensing@ofcom.org.uk.

The date has been confirmed for the 2023 Scottish Microwave Round Table (GMRT). It will be held in Scotland between 10.30am and 5pm on Saturday, 11 November 2023 at the Museum of Communication at Burntisland in Fife,  An interesting programme of speakers has been arranged. Microwave test facilities will be provided, and the event will be an opportunity to purchase components and microwave-related items. The cost is £12 and this includes a buffet lunch. A dinner will be held in the evening at a local hotel. Full information and online registration are available on the GMRT website. Please email Colin, GM4HWO on gm4hwo@gmail.com for more information.

Don’t forget that booking is now open for the RSGB Convention, which is being held between the 13 and 15 October 2023. For more information visit the rsgb.org/convention.

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