Do you have to pay TV licence if you don't watch BBC?
Do you have to pay TV licence if you don't watch BBC?
You don't need a TV Licence if you never watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel, or live on an online TV service, and you never download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer live, catch up or on demand.
Is it mandatory to pay 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.
Is it illegal to not pay TV licence UK?
Watching 'live TV' without a licence is against the law. TV Licensing has enforcement officers that carry out checks. Fee dodgers can face prosecution plus a fine of up to £1,000 (up to £2,000 if you live in Guernsey) if they're found to be watching 'live TV' or BBC iPlayer without a licence.21 Sept 2021
How do I prove I don't need a TV Licence?
- watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel.
- watch or stream programmes live on an online TV service (such as ITV Hub, All 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Now TV, Sky Go, etc.)
- download or watch any BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer.
How do I stop TV license inspector?
The easiest way to get rid of a TV Licensing inspector is to tell them that you revoke their implied right of access. The implied right of access is there so that people with legitimate reasons to enter your property, such as delivery men or milk men can do so without fear of prosecution.27 Apr 2015
What's the latest on TV Licences for over 75s?
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.5 Oct 2021
What is happening with the TV Licence?
The TV licence fee has been frozen for two years as the government moves to support families in the face of rising living costs. Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries today announced the fee will remain at £159 until 2024 and then rise in line with inflation for the following four years.17 Jan 2022
Is the free TV Licence going to be scrapped?
The BBC will have to make deep cuts to its programme budgets after the government said the broadcaster's funding would be frozen for the next two years, with the licence fee abolished completely in 2027. Time now to discuss and debate new ways of funding, supporting and selling great British content.”16 Jan 2022
How much is the TV Licence 2021?
From 1 April 2021, a standard TV Licence is £159 and we offer a choice of payment methods to suit you. You can pay your TV Licence online in one go, or spread the payments with a range of Direct Debit options or a TV Licensing payment card.
Do you get a reminder to renew TV Licence?
TV Licensing will make every effort to ensure you receive your licence and reminder after you choose to receive them electronically. You can log into your TV Licence online at any time to confirm you are correctly licensed and to print a paper copy of your licence and payment plan (if applicable).
Can I renew my TV Licence by phone?
Call us on 0300 790 6165* or pay online. You can use this card to pay weekly or monthly at any PayPoint, over the phone, by text or online. Call 0300 555 0286* to get a TV Licensing payment card.
How do I renew my TV Licence over 75?
If you already receive Pension Credit, you can apply for your free over 75 TV Licence when you are 74 years old. We'll update your payments to cover you until your 75th birthday, when you'll be covered by your free licence. We'll confirm this in writing. Please sign in to apply for a free licence.