I was surprised to see on page 9 of the latest
RSGB RadCom under '2013 Band Plans', a statement re the 472 - 479kHz band:-
"Activity is limited to modes with 500Hz bandwidth or less". The implication
here is that this is what Ofcom has specified, especially as in the sentence
before it refers to the Notice of Variation. As such, the statement is quite
misleading and untrue.
Who at the RSGB has decided on this new rule? Why
does the RSGB feel the need to impose such a rule? It looks like they are
dictating to the membership, rather than representing them. Frankly a bit of a
cheek.
I note later in 'LF' by Dave, G3YXM, on page 55,
the correct statement is made, referring to the only change in the
licence conditions being the power limitation.
Come back Pete (FMT)! All is
forgiven!!
Vy 73,
Chris,
G4AYT.
