BBC boss gives update as TV licence ‘could be scrapped for alternative’
The BBC director general said the corporation is held back by the TV licence The BBC director general has spoken out about the TV licence fee, following reports that the government is looking at new alternatives. This follows a report from last week that advisors to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy have proposed alternatives to the […]
3 days ago
Labour considering scrapping TV licence fee for new alternative
An alternative could end up being a win-lose Labour are reportedly considering scrapping the TV licence fee for a new alternative, as part of the government’s ongoing Charter Review into the future of the BBC. As per a report from The Sun, Andy Burnham’s Labour Party is looking at replacing the BBC licence fee with […]
1 week ago
Warning issued about TV licence rules as 76 people await trial
There are 76 people awaiting trial for non-payment A warning has been issued about TV licences as the Ministry of Justice revealed that 76 people are currently awaiting trial for non-payment. Currently, a standard TV licence costs £174.50. Not everyone needs one, but there are many people across the country who are illegally streaming TV […]
11 months ago
Government considering charging BBC license fee to people who only use Netflix
They are also contemplating asking those who listen to BBC radio to pay a fee. The UK government are discussing the option to make households who only use streaming services pay the BBC licence fee. The extension of the fee to streaming applications would apply to people who watch content on Netflix and Disney as opposed […]
1 year ago
List of people who can cancel TV licence and get full refund
Many may be paying for something they don’t need. With the cost of a full TV licence having risen to £169.50 following an inflation hike in April, it’s a significant addition to your yearly outgoings – making it crucial to check if you really need one. The licence fee is mandatory for anyone who streams […]
1 year ago
Final chance to legally cancel your TV licence and get a £159 refund before price hikes
The TV licence will be going up in April The licence fee has often been a fierce source of debate. By law, if you watch any live TV, you have to pay up. Additionally, if you watch or stream live programming on any online TV streaming service, such as BBC iPlayer or Sky Go, you should […]
2 years ago