For some time now, there has been speculation about just why the FCC and OFCOM are so much against even a small amateur allocation at 8m. It is not as if they are neutral. The clear impression is they are dead against this.
One possibility is that the military are doing their best to keep the "riffraff" out.
Even recent experimental licences in the USA have been turned down. It is almost as if the real reason for refusals is being hidden.
One possibility is that officials in OFCOM and the FCC have signed the Official Secrets Act or it equivalent and cannot reveal the full truth without fearing prosecution.
Logically, a tiny 8m band could help research. I am convinced we are not being told the whole truth. I suspect the 40.66-40.70 MHz ISM band is a real embarrassment.
I wonder if OFCOM will renew my 8m permit?
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