At a recent meeting of the Examination Standards Committee it was agreed that the current mock exam papers on the RSGB website should be replaced by a fresh set, with one mock exam paper per licence level. Unlike the previous mock papers which were based on example questions, these new papers are generated from the […]
Ofcom has agreed to the RSGB request to extend the 146/147MHz NoV for a further year. However, it is made available on a non-interference basis and applicants should note that as the band is increasingly used by other users, the NoV is subject to a 30-day notice period of change or withdrawal. Full licence holders […]
Early in 2021 Simon achieved a couple of the 50MHz awards for squares and countries. He is close to achieving IARU Region 1 Class 1, in addition to chasing other major awards including 5-Band DXCC. Simon was first licensed in 1985 as G1NWN followed quickly by passing the Morse test and gaining his current call […]
It’s not too late to register your interest for December YOTA Month 2021. The RSGB has been granted the call sign GB21YOTA, for allocation to youngsters to operate throughout December. Slots are open for clubs and individuals but you must be a Full licence holder or have one willing to supervise the activity. To see […]
The latest in the autumn series of Tonight @ 8 webinars airs this evening when Ashhar Farhan, VU2ESE presents Bitx to SBitx – The Journey of this Exciting and Affordable Range of Transceivers. Ashar’s talk live streams tonight at 20.00 at rsgb.org/webinars and on the RSGB YouTube channel, where you can also post live questions. […]
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Don’t forget that in the UK the clocks change to UTC or GMT on Sunday, 31 October 2021, and go back one hour at 02.00.
The Quantum Technology Club, in West Lancashire, will be resuming Foundation licence training courses on 11 November 2021. The training sessions will continue on the second and fourth Thursday of the month thereafter, with a few exceptions for holidays. Different topics, as well as practical demonstrations and interactive sessions, will take place. Everyone is welcome, […]
Before travelling to any rally or event, please check the event’s website as there may still be alterations or cancellations due to the pandemic. The Holsworthy Radio Rally will take place on the 7th of November at the Holsworthy Leisure Centre, Well Park, Western Road, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6DH. Doors open at 10am. There will […]
The Operators Net runs from 8pm on 145.375MHz fortnightly on a Thursday, covering Cornwall and surrounding areas. On interim weeks an informal chat takes place on GB3NC when clear for stations with limited 2m coverage. Contact Callum, G5XDX for further information via email to G5XDX@gmx.co.uk Holsworthy Amateur Radio Club has its net on GB3DN from […]
