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GB2RS News Script for 18 January 2026

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Important changes to the RSGB QSL Service

The RSGB is pleased to announce the next stage in developing its QSL Bureau services following the retirement of QSL Bureau Manager Richard Constantine, G3UGF. After a comprehensive review of long-term options, the Society has entered into a formal contractual agreement with the German national radio society—Deutscher Amateur Radio Club (DARC)—to process all incoming and […]

Rallies and Events News – 18 January 2026

On Sunday, 25 January the Lincoln Short Wave Club Winter Radio Rally will be held at Festival Hall, Caistor Road, Market Rasen, LN8 3HT. This is an indoor event with ample free parking. The doors will be open from 10am and admission is £3. Tables cost £10. To book tables, or for more information, contact Steve, […]

Special Events News – 18 January 2026

The Royal Association of Radio Amateurs in Morocco is active as CN35CAN during the 35th Africa Cup of Nations. The competition sees African national football teams compete against each other every two years. Recently, the station was worked on the 20m band using SSB. For more information visit QRZ.com The Straight Key Century Club’s Straight […]

Regions 6 and 7 launch 40m challenge

RSGB Regional Representatives in North and South Wales have launched a new challenge for this year. The 40 Metre Challenge encourages radio amateurs to make as many QSOs as possible on the 40m band between 1 and 28 February 2026. The event has six categories to enter, and is open to individual RSGB members living […]