RSGB News

RSGB launches practical events web section

Fri, 15/11/2024 16:32

The RSGB is keen to promote practical events for radio amateurs as a way of developing their skills and retaining their interest in amateur radio. The Society has also demonstrated that buildathons are a great way of engaging new audiences, giving people a taste of amateur radio in a fun and supportive environment. As part […]

IARU Region 1 awards update

Fri, 15/11/2024 16:31

The RSGB Awards Manager has announced that, with the support of the Board, he has added new categories of achievement to the IARU Region 1 Award. These include WARC bands only, 10MHz only, 18MHz only and 24MHz only. The standard IARU Region 1 Award check spreadsheet should continue to be used for these categories. However, […]

Get involved with Youngsters on the Air Month

Fri, 15/11/2024 16:30

With just two weeks to go until Youngsters on the Air Month (YOTA), operating slots for GB24YOTA are fast filling up. The special call sign will be active throughout December and is a fantastic opportunity to get youngsters active on the amateur bands. Whether you are part of a school, university, youth group, a club […]

GB2RS News Script for 17 November 2024

Fri, 15/11/2024 16:21

Tap or click the link below to download this week’s news script News script for 17 November 2024 (MS Word document)

Also in GB2RS this week…

Fri, 15/11/2024 15:05

The RSGB National Radio Centre at Bletchley Park will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. There will also be reduced hours on New Year’s Eve when the centre will be closing at 2pm. Following the seasonal closures the NRC will also be closed for essential maintenance works on […]