The BBC has announced that its long-wave service on 198kHz—currently transmitting BBC Radio 4—will close on 27 June 2026 at 1am BST. The long-wave transmitters at Droitwich in Worcestershire, Westerglen near Stirling, and Burghead—overlooking the Moray Firth—will be closed that day. The RSGB and the BBC Amateur Radio Group will be marking this occasion on […]
The May 2026 issue of RadCom Basics is now available in the RSGB mobile and web app for members to enjoy. RadCom Basics is aimed at newcomers to amateur radio and those who enjoy refreshing their skills and knowledge. The May issue includes articles on DMR for beginners, building a 2m and 70cm travel antenna and understanding radio waves. The full collection of […]
After its meeting in April 2026, the RSGB Board has shared these key messages: Following the Board elections the Chair welcomed new Directors John Moss, G0KTW, Graham Smith, G4NMD and Patrick Wood, 2E0IFB to their first substantive Board. Ben Lloyd, GW4BML was welcomed back to the Board following his re-election Brickworks continues to develop. This important […]
The new Board met on 18 April 2026 after the AGM and took the following decisions: To co-opt Dr Stewart Bryant, G3YSX onto the Board under Article 37. The Board then elected Dr Bryant as Board Chair. The purpose of these decisions is to allow newly elected Directors to learn more about the Society and […]
Following its meeting in March 2026, the RSGB Board has shared these key messages: Audit – the 2025 Audit had been successfully concluded and there were no matters revealed which concerned the Board. This had been the case for several years and the Board congratulated the Financial Controller and her staff on this very satisfactory outcome. […]
The RSGB is reminding radio amateurs that the frequencies at 5MHz are only available on a secondary basis to holders of a UK Full amateur radio licence. Foundation and Intermediate licence holders are not allowed to operate on 5MHz. You can find details about this in the OFW611 amateur radio licence terms and conditions booklet […]
Follow the link below to read the minutes of this meeting. Nominations Committee meeting: 15 December 2025 and 5, 6 and 8 January 2026
The RSGB is aware of a current petition circulating amateur radio social media calling for the removal of the need for planning permission for amateur radio masts and antennas. In recent years here have been a number of previous petitions calling for similar consideration, all of which have failed to meet the 10,000 signatures required […]
The presentation This webinar will delve into the new licence terms and conditions that were issued by Ofcom in February 2024. Steve, F4VTF and John, GI4BWM will talk you through what you can and can’t do within the terms of your licence. They will cover topics ranging from restrictions placed on Foundation and Intermediate Licence holders […]
Following its meeting in January 2026, the RSGB Board has shared these key messages: Membership Strategy Workshop – Board reviewed the Workshop which had been held the previous weekend. Those present were a mix of volunteers and HQ staff and ways to grow the numbers of members were discussed at length. Further work will now be […]
