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TV licence set to rise by next year - how much and how you could get one for free


Published on 2024-12-14 11:24:08 - MSN
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The article from MSN discusses the upcoming increase in the UK TV Licence fee, which is set to rise from £159 to £169.50 starting in April 2024, marking a 6.7% increase. This adjustment reflects the first rise in the fee since April 2021, following a two-year freeze. The fee hike is attributed to inflation rates, with the increase being less than the current inflation rate of 10.5%. The article also outlines who needs to pay the licence fee, which includes anyone watching or recording live TV broadcasts or using BBC iPlayer. However, there are exemptions and discounts available; for instance, individuals over 75 who receive Pension Credit can get a free TV Licence, and there are also concessions for those with severe sight impairments or in residential care. Additionally, the article mentions that the BBC, which is funded by the licence fee, has been under scrutiny for its funding model, with discussions about potential changes or alternatives to the current system.

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