The Society’s year starts and ends at the AGM, and we are seeking proactive and enthusiastic members with the right skills who would like to become a Director of the Society or a Regional Representative. There are vacancies for two Nominated Directors, two Elected Directors and three Regional Representatives. Nominated Directors are selected by the […]
Ofcom has agreed to the RSGB request to extend the 146-147MHz NoV for a further year. It is available on a non-interference basis and the NoV is subject to a 30-day notice period of change or withdrawal. Ofcom’s objective in making this spectrum available is to encourage radio amateurs to experiment and test new communications […]
At a glittering awards ceremony in London last night, the RSGB National Radio Centre team beat two other finalists to win the 2025 Sir Arthur Clarke Education and Outreach Team Award “For inspiring all Generations about Amateur Satellites by providing a unique insight into the world of radio communications”. The awards are organised by the […]
Following the well-deserved retirement of QSL Bureau Manager Richard Constantine, G3UGF, the RSGB Board is making arrangements to ensure the continued smooth operation of the QSL Bureau service. Members should continue to send outgoing QSL cards to PO Box 5, Halifax, as usual. Similarly, incoming cards will continue to be distributed by your existing sub-manager, […]
Following the introduction of the current amateur licensing framework in February 2024, Ofcom has now implemented most of the remaining changes associated with Phases 2 and 3. The updates to Ofcom’s online licensing portal accommodate applications for new M8/M9 Intermediate call signs, more flexible Special Event call signs, and other changes which include easier revalidation. […]
Following its meeting in August, the RSGB Board has shared these key messages: Budget Setting – Board started the process of preparing the 2026 Budget Strategy – Board decided to review the activities flowing from each workstream to try and select those which might be delivered within the available resources and to decide measurables, timescales and […]
The RSGB Board has announced the redistribution of Board Liaison roles that Peter Bowyer, G4MJS held: Mark Savage, M0XIC will be the new Board Liaison for ARDF Len Paget, GM0ONX adds the Emerging Technology Coordination Committee (ETCC) to his portfolio Board Chair Stewart Bryant, G3YSX will take up the Board Liaison role for the Contest Support […]
Every year the RSGB develops its Convention to reach new audiences. This year, GB3HQ will host a special 145 Alive Net from 12-3pm on Saturday 11 October. You will be able to join the net or simply check in on the day, and all callers will be recorded in the log. This is in addition […]
It is with regret that I announce that Peter Bowyer, G4MJS is stepping down from his role as an RSGB Director. The time demands of Peter’s professional duties have unexpectedly and significantly increased such that this is now unfortunately necessary. It has been a pleasure to work with Peter and I appreciate and thank him […]
Have you bought your ticket for this year’s RSGB Convention yet? The weekend’s draft programme has just been released and details all the inspiring speakers that the Society has lined up for your enjoyment. If you want to improve your technical knowledge, make sure you put the presentation by Hans Summers, G0UPL from QRP Labs […]
