🎬 Streamers, listen up! 📺 Did you know you might need a TV Licence for some of the shows you love on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or NowTV? While binging on-demand content like the latest drama isn’t an issue, tuning into certain live events is a different story.
Here’s the scoop: if you’re catching live Channel 4 shows, BBC iPlayer specials, or sporting events like WWE, NFL on Netflix, or even YouTube streams, you’re in licence territory. Even live sports on Sky Go or Amazon Prime Video require that £174.50 annual licence fee.⚠️
Curious about what else needs a licence? Tune into live Champions League games or indulge in BBC iPlayer’s variety; you’ll need one. This rule applies to watching or recording any live TV across devices from your telly to your smartphone.
And heads up, the TV Licence fee recently nudged up a tad with inflation, now standing at £174.50 for colour and £58.50 for black-and-white sets. But there are perks available! If you’re over 75 and on Pension Credit, a free licence could be yours. Plus, significant discounts are available for care home residents or those who are registered blind.
Offering accommodation like a B&B or hotel? Make sure your guests are covered – up to 15 rooms can share one licence.
Avoid a hefty fine of up to £1,000 or more by ensuring you’re covered. Visit GOV.UK or the official TV Licensing site for all the details. Stay savvy, stream happy! #TVLicence #StreamingSmart #KnowTheRules