HOW TO LICENSE AND USE A VHF RADIO

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When you are new to boating or the boat is new to you, one of the first things you need to do is license the VHF radio to you, the owner. VHF licences are free, you just need to go to and select Marine VHF. You will also need an operator’s licence for at least one person aboard, usually the skipper. This is administered by the RYA () who can advise you where to take the relevant course and exam. Licences for both vessel and operator are about the only part of UK boating