Becoming a radio amateur

Before an amateur radio station may be set up and used, it is necessary to obtain a licence from the Radio Communications Agency (RA) of the Department of Trade and Industry, which is the licensing authority in the UK.  Full details are given in the RA publication "How to Become a Radio Amateur (RA190)".  This is available free of charge from the Document Distribution Centre, Radio Communications Agency.

visit the RA website

Radiocommunications Agency, Wyndham House, 189 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SX

Tel:020 7211 0211

Photo 1.1. A keen radio amateur (Charlie G0PZO) making his way up Snowdon complete with lightweight beam and radio.

Photo 1.2. Charlie setup for the night at the top of Snowdon.