Supporting D-STAR activity in France

You might remember that back in April, following a conversation with Neill, F5VLD, I wrote that I had learned that D-STAR activity (at least on-air) is illegal in France.

I read today on Twitter that there is a petition to support French amateurs in their campaign to use D-STAR. I’m not normally a fan of petitions – I’m more inclined to write or speak to the personal responsible – but on the other hand, a petition is a good measure of support.

So, anyway – here’s a link to the European Parliament petition

Tim Kirby, G4VXE, is a regular contributor to AmateurRadio.com and writes from Oxfordshire, England. Contact him at [email protected].

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