Does anyone still use CB radio in the UK?

In the United Kingdom, CB radio was first legally introduced in 1981, but had been used illegally for some years prior to that. Although the use of CB radios in the UK has declined from its peak, it is still popular, especially with the farming community, Land Rover owners and Mini-Cab services.

Do old CB radios still work?

The CB radio service was created in 1945 by the FCC, which designated a portion of the radio spectrum to be used by average citizens for the purposes of personal communication. However, that requirement has since been discontinued, and anyone can use a CB radio – as long as they are using FCC-approved equipment.

Do I need a Licence for a CB radio in the UK?

The simple answer is ‘No, you do not need a licence’, Ofcom announced that from the 8th December 2006 CB Radio is legal for use in the UK without licence. Therefore you no longer need to buy a license to use Citizens Band Radio in the United Kingdom. Click here to see our range of Mobile CB Radios.

Are walkie-talkies illegal in UK?

In the UK, most use of radio transmitters (walkie-talkies, vehicle radios, CBs, etc) requires a licence, issued by Ofcom. Radios that meet certain standards are allowed to be used without any licence. For many walkie-talkie users, “licence free” radios will be fine.

What does 10 8 mean in CB talk?

10-8 = In service, subject to call. 10-9 = Repeat message. 10-10 = Transmission completed, standing by. 10-11 = Talking too rapidly. 10-12 = Visitors present.

Are there 40 channel CB radios in the UK?

With the exception of the odd radio that we have found to be unreliable, we stock every CB radio that is legal in the UK. Because of the small difference in manufacturing costs, no manufacturer now makes 40 channel radios for the UK, all are now either 80 channel or “multistandard”.

Which is the emergency calling channel on CB radio?

Channel 9: The emergency calling channel. There is no 24-hour monitoring service in the UK, but local CB users may be listening. Channel 14: Calling channel Channel 19: Truckers’ channel and secondary calling channel

What does the frequency mean on CB radio?

The frequency is the range of waves in which the signal passes. Different channels have different waves. Each channel is designed for a certain kind of signal. All channels are open to all CB radio users. It looks like this: (from left – to right: frequency, channel and usage)

Do you need a licence for CB radio in the UK?

Unlike that required to qualify for a radio amateur licence, no proof of technical competence was needed.