[UK-CONTEST] Individual Short Contest Callsigns

[Colin Thomas]

Alex,

The original thinking behind this project (apart from power levels) was to
put UK operators on a more level playing field as far as the large
international contests are concerned.   The format of BERU mean this
facility is not needed.

73

Colin, CU2/G3PSM at a CEPT meeting



On 23 February 2010 17:47, Alex GM3ZBE <alex at gm3zbe.plus.com> wrote:

> Rather disappointed to see that RSGB/UK contest experience doesn't seem
> to qualify?
> Alex
>
> Ed -- GW3SQX wrote:
> >
> >
> > Ofcom have started accepting applications from individuals for Short
> Contest Callsigns.  See
> > http://www.ofcom.org.uk/radiocomms/ifi/licensing/classes/amateur/
> >
> > It involves a bit more effort to qualify, but is not too difficult.
> >
> > 73,
> >
> > Ed, GW3SQX
> > Chairman, RSGB Contest Committee
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