RSGB News

There has unfortunately been a recent upsurge in repeater abuse in a number of areas of the UK with the London area being particularly badly affected. Repeater Keepers have advised to take positive action and this has resulted in the recent temporary closure of GB3EL. In other areas, a number of Keepers have taken the initiative and imposed closedown 'cooling off' periods and ‘curfews’ on their repeaters at times when abuse has been observed to be at its worst. It must be recognised that similar actions may be imposed by the Regulator if Keepers are not prepared to take the lead themselves. The RSGB are in ongoing discussions with Ofcom on how offenders can be identified and dealt with. They are determined that perpetrators will be brought to book and not be allowed to continue their mindless behaviour on air.

If you require any advice or assistance on dealing with repeater abuse, please contact your local RSGB ETCC area manager whose details can be found on the ETCC website at www.etcc.rsgb.org.