Certain people can get the licence for free, dodging the April fee increase entirely
TV Licence fees are set to increase in April from £169.50 to £174.50 and is due to increase every year alongside inflation until the Royal Charter it is arranged under expires in 2027. The future of TV licences beyond this is stirring controversy as some proposals could see people being charged even if they only use streaming services.
There are a few groups of people who may be eligible for a free or discounted licence, with more details about each available on the official TV Licencing website. The first category is pensioners over the age of 75. Pensioners in the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey should note there’s a different arrangement for over 75s in these areas. If you are blind or severely sight impaired, you could get up to 50% off the fee if you can provide the right evidence.
If you find you are eligible for a free licence but have been paying for one, you may be able to get a refund backdated to when you first became eligible for the free licence. Although there’s no student discounts, students who buy a TV licence for their accommodation but spend less than 12 months using it could claim a refund for months they didn’t use the licence.
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