As an aspiring electrical engineer at Cardiff University, Jacob, MW9JKY always had an interest in wireless communication and its applications. However, it was only when he found an online content creator who introduced him to the topic of telegraphy that he realised he wanted to find out more. Jacob soon contacted the RSGB to find […]
The University of Exeter (M0KQI) has officially launched its amateur radio Foundation licence course. This is run by Chris Leaver, G3CJL and supported by Mike Nicholas, G3MYK. It is sparking significant interest among students keen to delve into the fascinating world of radio communications. With a varied curriculum that includes historical and technical aspects of […]
The Board has appointed Graham Murchie, G4FSG as the new Nominations Committee Chair. Nominated Directors are selected by the Society’s Nominations Committee and are then subject to an endorsement vote as part of the AGM voting. There is no functional difference between a Nominated or Elected Director, and all serve the Board in the same way for […]
Youngsters on the Air (YOTA) Month officially begins on Monday, 1 December 2025. Listen out for special event station GB25YOTA throughout the month as young radio amateurs get on the amateur bands. Sandringham School and the 2nd Marlborough Scout Group start the event on Wednesday, 3 December 2025. On Friday, 5 December 2025, Bracknell Amateur […]
TX Factor is back with part two of its National Hamfest special, which completes the coverage of news from that event. The episode is full of informative updates on the RSGB including an interview with RSGB Board Chair Stewart Bryant, G3YSX on the work of the Emerging Technology Coordination Committee. TX Factor presenter Bob McCreadie, […]
A reminder that the last Tonight@8 webinar of 2025 will be live on Monday 1 December from 8pm via the RSGB’s YouTube channel and special BATC channel. The presentation will feature young RSGB members who travelled to Paris earlier this year for the Youngsters on the Air summer camp. As well as hearing about their […]
Do you have skills and experience that would make you an asset to the RSGB Board? The RSGB elections process has begun and there are two routes to becoming a Board Director. This week’s focus is on Nominated Directors and there are two vacancies this year. Nominated Directors are selected by the Society’s Nominations Committee […]
Preparations for British Science Week 2026 are already well underway. RSGB British Science Week Co-ordinator Professor Ian Neal, G7IGN is working on guidance and activity suggestions that you could use to get involved. The annual event is a celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths and is run by the British Science Association. It has […]
The RSGB is looking for a proactive and knowledgeable volunteer to serve as its new Accessibility Champion. This important role will focus on ensuring that people with disabilities can fully participate and enjoy everything that amateur radio has to offer. Key responsibilities of the role will be engaging with the amateur radio community, serving as […]
Did you see the Meteor Beacon Project presentation by Brian Coleman, G4NNS at the RSGB Convention or on the Convention livestream? Would you like to explore the science that the project supports and be involved in the technical research and activities? Brian is creating a small group to contribute to the ongoing development of the […]
