How to use a CB radio UK

Yes, CB is still used in the UK today but is not nearly as popular as it was in the early ’80s when it was first legalised. Yes, CB is still used in the UK today but is not nearly as popular as it was in the early ’80s when it was first legalised.

1.1 Citizens’ Band (‘CB’) radio operates in the 27 MHz band. It is a short-range radio service for both hobby and business use.

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.