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The RSGB Youth Committee Chair, Chris Aitken, MM0WIC has announced that two new Youth Champions have joined the Committee. Angus Dare, M7NZM is the new Youth Champion for Cadets, while Katelyn How, M9KFH is the Youth Champion for Guides. Each has a good level of experience in leading in their respective fields and the Youth […]

Rallies and Events News – 5 July 2026

Barford Norfolk Radio Rally is taking place today, 5 July at Barford Village Hall and Green, Barford, Norwich, NR9 4AB. The doors open at 9am for visitors. The event features trade stands, car boot sales, bring and buy, a charity raffle, repeater groups, catering and free car parking. Entry costs £3 per person but under 16s […]

GB2RS News Script for 5 July 2026

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Special Events News – 5 July 2026

Amateur radio operators across the USA, Canada and Mexico are activating a series of special callsigns to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Stations are active until 19 July from each of the cities hosting the tournament. Look out for activity on all bands and modes. For more information, visit wc2026ses.org Members of Swissair Radio Amateur […]

DX News – 5 July 2026

Franco, IZ5IUY is active as IL7/IZ5IUY from San Domino Island, EU-050, until 9 July. He is operating using SSB on the 40 to 6m bands, as well as on the 2m and 70cm bands. QSL via Franco’s home call is preferred. Pierre, VK3KTB is active as VY0ERC from the Eureka Amateur Radio Club station on Ellesmere […]