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Will the free TV Licence be abolished?
On 10 June 2019, the BBC announced that free licences for all of the over-75s would end and that, from 1 June 2020, a free licence would only be available to people in receipt of Pension Credit. Implementation of the change was delayed until 1 August 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Will the BBC licence fee be scrapped?
The BBC faces a mid-term review of its charter next year, with the licence fee model guaranteed until 2027. The system has come under fire over the abolition of free TV licences for all over-75s. Only those who receive pension credit do not have to pay the annual sum now.
Does the BBC get all the licence fee?
86\% of the licence fee is spent on BBC TV channels, radio stations, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sounds and online services. The costs of administering the TV Licence are less than you might think.
Do you have to pay for TV Licence if your over 75?
Get a free TV Licence. Free over 75 TV Licences are only available to households that receive Pension Credit. If you’re 74 or over and you or your partner at the same address are receiving Pension Credit, please sign in to apply for a free licence.
Are TV Licences being scrapped?
The BBC faces a mid-term review of its charter next year, with the licence fee model guaranteed until 2027. The corporation has come under fire over the abolition of free TV licences for all over-75s – as well reports of bias and concerns from the LGBTQ+ community after withdrawing from the Stonewall diversity scheme.
Do I legally have to pay for a TV Licence?
You need to be covered by a TV Licence no matter what device you use to watch or record television programmes as they are being shown on TV or live on an online TV service, or to download or watch BBC programmes on demand, including catch up TV, on BBC iPlayer.
Do pensioners pay for a TV Licence?
If you’re at least 75 years old and receive Pension Credit you can claim a free TV licence. The free TV licence will cover you and anyone else you live with, no matter what age they are. If you’re blind or have a severe sight-impairment you can claim a 50\% discount on your licence.
Do you have to let TV licence inspectors in?
Can TV licence inspectors visit your house? You can refuse to let an inspector in, but this might lead to them getting a court order – which means they would be allowed to enter by law without your permission.
Who qualifies for free TV Licence?
If you are aged 74 or over: If you’re 74 or older and you or your partner receive Pension Credit you can apply for a free TV Licence. This will cover everyone who lives with you at the same address.
Do pensioners have to pay TV licence?
On 1 August 2020 the BBC announced TV licences would no longer be free for those over 75. However, if you claim Pension Credit you’ll still be entitled to a free TV licence.