February 1, 2026

This Week in Amateur Radio

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via the ARRL: Bob Jones, VE7RWJ, Silent Key — Former ITU Official and IARU Expert

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Robert W. “Bob” Jones, VE7RWJ, a former top official of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and Canadian telecommunications regulator, passed away on January 7, 2026, at age 82. His early fascination with amateur radio led to a career in telecommunications and engineering, according to his obituary.

Jones was Director General of the Canadian Radiocommunications and Broadcasting Regul…

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