************************ NEWS UPDATES. From OFCOM NB. Version 3 of the calculator now on RSGB site Radio Spectrum Update to EMF licence condition and guidance Ofcom has today published an update to the new electromagnetic fields (EMF) licence condition that we are proposing to apply to spectrum users, as well as new guidance on how licensees can ensure they comply with it. In October 2020 we confirmed we would be going ahead with our proposal to introduce new licence conditions to incorporate the limits in the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) Guidelines for the protection of the general public into spectrum licences. This means licensees must operate their services within the ICNIRP Guidelines as a condition of their Ofcom licence – including keeping records of any compliance assessments. The new proposed conditions apply to wireless equipment that can transmit at power levels above 10 Watts and we expect them to come into place no later than 18 May 2021. Licence holders will be given a grace period of at least 6 months to comply. Following further consultation, we have now published a refined version of our licence condition which we will use for the formal licence variation process, which is set to begin in March 2021. We have also published a refined version of our guidance and an updated EMF calculator. EMF measurement programme We have also published the latest results from our EMF measurement programme – assessing EMF levels close to 5G sites at a further 11 locations across the UK. All our results have shown EMF levels to be well-within internationally agreed levels for EMF exposure. This is consistent with our previous measurements. CONGRATULATIONS Today we are advised that CRA has gained 4th place in the Autumn Series. This is the highest we have ever achieved and a credit to all who helped along the way. WELL DONE.  ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::;: Virtual club Skype meeting 18 March. Our special guest speaker this month is Paul G4YQC who will give us a talk entitled When Galaxies Collide. Paul's talks on the cosmos are really informative and engaging. ON SKYPE AS USUAL SO PLEASE LOG IN ==================== ====================== ========================= IMPORTANT INFORMATION for future DX nets we will also be using 145.350 + or - as a net information frequency. The reasoning behind this is as follows below. On 20 metres and possibly other frequencies that will be used, it will often be probable that participating stations will not be able to hear net control, but could well hear the DX station. If this were to be the case then that particular station could be advised on 145.350 when it is his or her turn. ****************** The Thursday 80m net will now run every week until further notice. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: CRA HUB GROUP Many people are either cautious or suspicious of social media and therefore avoid it at all costs. The disadvantage of that is the exclusion of information that should, and could be easily accessible to all. To that end Garry & Mark have set up a groups.io, club members only, group where members can post topics and messages that can be seen by members only. Please click on this link to gain access to the group wher the CW message and link to the CW advice download is available. 73 Garry M0MGP & Mark M0LTG Good to see members signing up to the .io hub, welcome to you all. CLUB CONTESTS Please contact Garry, Mark or Herbie if you need any help setting up logging or would just like to have a go but not sure how. <<<<<< >>>>>> NEWSLETTER Mark is looking for articles and news items so if you're a builder, techie or just have something of interest why not drop him a mail here. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Fancy a go at a DF hunt? Follow this link to get to the Forjac site for more info. ************* PAST EVENTS Wakes Colne Observatory Click here HARIG Quiz Click here RSGB 144MHz May contest results June meeting - "Bite Size Radio Topics" 19th/20th AUGUST 2017 Naze Tower Activation weekend 20 August MULTI-DF SUNDAY. Details here Special Event Radio Spectrum Update to EMF licence condition and guidance Ofcom has today published an update to the new electromagnetic fields (EMF) licence condition that we are proposing to apply to spectrum users, as well as new guidance on how licensees can ensure they comply with it. In October 2020 we confirmed we would be going ahead with our proposal to introduce new licence conditions to incorporate the limits in the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) Guidelines for the protection of the general public into spectrum licences. This means licensees must operate their services within the ICNIRP Guidelines as a condition of their Ofcom licence – including keeping records of any compliance assessments. The new proposed conditions apply to wireless equipment that can transmit at power levels above 10 Watts and we expect them to come into place no later than 18 May 2021. Licence holders will be given a grace period of at least 6 months to comply. Following further consultation, we have now published a refined version of our licence condition which we will use for the formal licence variation process, which is set to begin in March 2021. We have also published a refined version of our guidance and an updated EMF calculator. EMF measurement programme We have also published the latest results from our EMF measurement programme – assessing EMF levels close to 5G sites at a further 11 locations across the UK. All our results have shown EMF levels to be well-within internationally agreed levels for EMF exposure. This is consistent with our previous measurements | 
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| Past meeeting Programmes | Check our Newsletter section for details of past meetings |
| Date | Event |
| January 21st 2021 | . Kevan 2E0WMG RSGB David De LaHaye |
| 18th February 2021 | Mobile shack Build Garry M0MGP |
| 18 March 2021 | When Galaxies collide Paul G4YQC |
| 15 April 22nd April | Inter Club Meeting Dave M0TAZ Practical SDR & its use Extraordinary General Meeting |
27 May Via Skype | RSGB Beyond Exams With Q & A David De La Haye. |
18 June 2020 Via SKYPE | Direction Finding by G4JAC |
| July 2020 T B A | Jonathan GoDVJ Other boxes in my shack |
August 20th 2020 | Round Robin What I did in lockdown |
| September 17th 2020 | INTRODUCTION TO JS8 Liz G0MDL, Graeme, 2E0FIO, Richard, 2E0TNO. |
| October 15th 2020 | Annual General Meeting update. |
| November 19th 2020 | Liz G0MDL 705 Portable Garry M0MGP Small Shack Kevan 2E0WMG VDA Antenna |
| December 17th 2020 | Mark M0LTG QO 100 Build + Online Christmas Party |
CW FACE TO FACE SESSIONS.
Current CRA Training Course Dates: |
NB: | * Intermediate and Advanced courses are available to CRA members only |
For more information, or to register your interest in attending a future course please contact the Treasurer
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During the year we hold regular club meets with various topics being covered on the third Thursday of each month. We have a Field Day in July (ask committee member for details) an evening at The Observatory in August, an Inter Club Quiz with HARIG & 2 Special Event Stations at The Naze, Walton.
Did I mention we do TRAINING too!
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CONTACT VIC M0VLL
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COLCHESTER RADIO AMATEURS
AWARD LAUNCH
Herbie G6XOU receives 10,000 grid confirmed award.
Keith G6NHU receives 2 awards.
We are pleased to announce that CRA is now offering THREE awards, Postal Counties,
Grid & DXCC Countries awards.
Each award is available in worked, verified or heard (for swl's) and in various modes.
The awards will be managed by Herbie G6XOU and Garry M0MGP, an example below.
Criteria & Claim Form HERE.
THESE ARE OPEN TO ANYONE NOT JUST CRA CLUB MEMBERS
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