📺 TV Licence Alert! 🚨 If you’re watching live TV or using on-demand services, a licence fee is required, currently at £174.50. This fee might increase to approximately £180 by April 2026. During recent discussions, it was highlighted that people often receive “threatening” letters about missing payments.
Sian Williams from the Financial Inclusion Commission expressed concern that the language used in these letters can be quite intense. She suggests we need to rethink how the state discusses unpaid dues with its citizens.
TV Licensing has clarified that if someone hasn’t paid the fee, the maximum fine a court can impose is £1,000. They insist, however, that going to court is a last ditch effort and their goal is to make sure people get the appropriate licence.
TV Licensing will send out notices to households that appear not to have the required licence. These letters explain the coverage of a licence and how to purchase one. If there’s no response, further letters with potential consequences are issued.
There’s good news for some – if you or someone you know is over 75 and receiving Pension Credit, you could be eligible for a free TV licence! This benefit could also come with extra financial support, like income top-ups, depending on your situation.
Stay informed and make sure you’re covered. Avoid those fines! 📨📡 #TVLicence #StayInformed #KnowYourRights