In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is our first impression of the ICOM IC-9700. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Charles Benet (AI6TT)  along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate    Record Year for Online Amateur Radio Training Course D-STAR ONE Launched, Telemetry Received VHF/UHF Workshop Aims To Boost Activity Above 30 MHz New Amateur / Ham Radio General Class Question Pool Released Amateur Radio eBooks Available for Download Court Ruling - Excessive Antenna Application Fees Violated Reasonable Accommodation Amateur Radio Exam Success in Holland French Amateur Radio "Tax" Removed New Amateur Radio Technical Requirements in Bulgaria