Also in GB2RS this week…

This month is all about amateur radio and coding for the RSGB. Two exciting activities have been developed for you to get involved with. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced coder, you can get stuck into both the Python Pocket Morse activity and the LoRa high-altitude balloon challenge. Don’t forget to let the Society know how you get on. Share your story and photos with the RSGB Communications Team via comms@rsgb.org.uk.

RSGB Board Chair Dr Stewart Bryant, G3YSX has announced that Peter Bowyer, G4MJS is stepping down from his role as RSGB Director due to an unexpected and significant increase in his professional duties. In addition to this Board vacancy, two further vacancies will arise when the RSGB election cycle starts in a few months. Both Len Paget, GM0ONX and Board Chair Stewart Bryant, G3YSX will stand down from the Board due to term limits. Members are encouraged to offer their services to the RSGB for this important duty. If you’d like a chat about the role, contact the Nominations Committee Chair Will Richardson, 2E0WYA via nominations.chair@rsgb.org.uk.

Royal Air Force Air Cadets Exercise Cloud Warmer is taking place on the 60m band from 7.45pm to 8pm until 31 December 2025. To operate you must be a Full licence holder and comply with the Band Plan Licence Schedule Notes. Listeners will note traffic on 5354 and 5363kHz and amateurs can join in and pass information. Military Radio Exercise (MRE) callsigns will be in use throughout the exercise period. More details available soon from alphacharlie.org.uk.

On Saturday, 13 September 2025, lots of amateur radio stations will be on the air to take part in the Churches and Chapels on the Air event (CHOTA). The event takes place from 10am to 4pm. Although stations will be working on a variety of bands and modes, most operating will take place on the 40m band using SSB. More details are available from wacral.org.

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