The RSGB is looking for an Assistant Editor to join the team that produces its suite of RadCom publications. The successful candidate will be involved in everything from magazine production and sub-editing, to writing articles and planning content. You will be a core part of the editorial team, working closely with (and being managed by) […]
If you are a young person and interested in becoming a radio amateur, read our interview with Henry, age 17, and hear how he got started.. Name: Henry Age: 17 Call sign: M0KUQ About me: I’m currently studying A-level Physics and Computer Science at Sixth Form. I enjoyed studying for the Foundation licence so much, […]
The RSGB National Radio Centre (NRC) receives thousands of visitors through its doors each week. For some it may only be a passing visit, but for others it’s an insight into a world they knew nothing about, and they leave wanting to know more. A family day out When Jake, aged 12, visited the NRC […]
My experience with radio first came during my work in the Police. One of my Sergeants, David Jelley who is now Silent Key, was a radio amateur and invited me to visit his home shack. Following sick leave from a work injury I was then placed in the local control room operating the radios, although it […]
A number of childhood experiences have stuck with me and inspired me to take up the hobby. I have a memory of rummaging through a box of Morse keys in a tent with my Dad, which I think may have been at a Drayton Manor Park Radio Rally. I also used to watch The Forest […]
Tap or click the link below to download this week’s news script News script for 19 January 2025 (MS Word document)
If you are a member of an RSGB-affiliated club or society, the RSGB is encouraging you to check that your organisation’s details are up to date on Club Finder. The RSGB Club Finder allows people to search for local amateur radio groups. Those people could want to join your group, find out more about amateur […]
Ofcom has announced a consultation which seeks to simplify the licensing of amateur radio visitors to the UK from a specified list of countries. The consultation also covers the proposed simplification of other wireless equipment usage. Ofcom says: “We propose to introduce a new licence exemption for short-term use of radio amateur equipment by radio […]
The Lincoln Shortwave Club Winter Radio Rally is taking place on the 26 January at The Festival Hall, Caistor Road in Market Rasen. The doors open at 10am and admission is £3. Hot refreshments and ample free car parking will be available. The cost for a table is £10. To book, contact Steve Burke, M5ZZZ […]
HI59UD is a special callsign in use by the Dominican Amateur Radio Union, the second oldest amateur radio club in the Dominican Republic. The station is active to celebrate the 59th anniversary of its foundation. Look for activity on the HF bands, using SSB and digital modes, until the 25 January. For information about a […]
