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RSGB 2023 Convention chat video released

| August 16, 2024

The RSGB Convention is just eight weeks away and the programme is shaping up to be a fantastic mix of interesting presentations for every radio amateur, regardless of experience. There will also be practical sessions and time to chat to representatives from RSGB committees and groups. For a reminder of the wide range of RSGB […]

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New exams documents published

| August 16, 2024

The RSGB exams teams are pleased to release the exam reference documents for Syllabus 1.6 at Foundation, Intermediate and Full levels. You can find them on the Exam Forms page of the website. If you are taking an exam before 1 September 2024, please make sure you use the previous versions which will remain on the […]

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Ofcom licence revalidation video

| August 16, 2024

Ofcom has released a new step-by-step video on its YouTube channel to assist radio amateurs in the process of revalidating a UK amateur radio licence using the online licensing portal. Ofcom does note that whilst it is a requirement to revalidate your licence every five years, it is recommended to do it annually. Make sure […]

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Also in GB2RS this week…

| August 16, 2024

Do you belong to your local u3a group? Are you keen to share your passion for amateur radio with others? As part of the RSGB’s commitment to grow the hobby, the Society would love to hear from RSGB members who would like to spread the word to local u3a groups. As we all know, getting […]

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Rallies and Events News – 18 August 2024

| August 16, 2024

Rugby Amateur Transmitting Society’s Annual Radio Rally is taking place today, the 18 August, at Princethorpe College, Princethorpe, Rugby. The doors are open from 10am to 4pm, the admission fee is £4 per person and pitches cost £20. For more information email rally@rugbyats.co.uk or visit the website West Manchester Radio Club’s Red Rose Summer Rally […]

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Special Events News – 18 August 2024

| August 16, 2024

Bushvalley Amateur Radio Club is active from all three lighthouses on Rathlin Island today, the 18 August. Operators are working on the 80 to 10m bands using SSB, CW and FT8. Listen out for special event callsigns, GB1RP, GB2EL and GB2WL which will all be in use. For more information, visit the QRZ.com page for […]

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