Ofcom has agreed to the RSGB request to extend the 146-147MHz NoV for a further year. It is available on a non-interference basis and the NoV is subject to a 30-day notice period of change or withdrawal. Ofcom’s objective in making this spectrum available is to encourage radio amateurs to experiment and test new communications schemes […]

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The British Vintage Wireless Society’s Golborne Swapmeet takes place today, 1 November, at Golborne Parkside Sports and Community Club, Rivington Avenue, Golborne, Warrington, Cheshire WA3 3HG. Stallholder entry is from 9.30am. Doors open to the public at 10am. The event is for BVWS members only. For more information, contact Mark Ryding at [email protected] The Broadcast Engineering […]

East Midlands Electronics and Radio Group is to activate former RAF Binbrook, using the callsign GB1BK, on Saturday, 7 November and Sunday, 8 November to mark the Remembrance commemorations. Operators will be active on HF bands 80m, 40m, 20m according to conditions using SSB during daylight hours. There may also be activity on the 2m […]