November 1st 2024.
If you happen to fall into certain categories, you could be eligible for a waived or heavily discounted TV licence fee. Unfortunately, many senior citizens and individuals with disabilities may not be aware of this opportunity and are potentially missing out on significant savings.
There are four main groups of people who could qualify for reduced fees. The first group includes individuals who are 75 years or older and receive pension credit, or live with a partner who does. In this case, a TV licence would be completely free and anyone else living at the same address would also be exempt from paying, even if they don't meet the same criteria.
The second group consists of retirees over the age of 60 or individuals with disabilities. They may be eligible for a discounted fee of £7.50 if they reside in specific types of housing, such as care homes, supported housing, or sheltered accommodation. If you think your address may qualify, it's best to check with your housing manager or visit Gov.uk for more information.
The third group includes individuals who are registered blind or live with someone who is. They can receive a 50% discount on their TV licence. Finally, students may also be exempt from paying for a TV licence under certain conditions. As long as their "out-of-term address" is covered by a TV licence, they only use TV-receiving equipment with its own internal batteries, and they are not watching live TV while connected to an aerial or plugged into the mains, they do not need their own licence. This means students can use BBC iPlayer or watch live television on a device without paying, as long as they are at their parents' address outside of term time.
It's important to note that the TV licence must be registered in the name of the person who is registered blind. This ensures that they receive the appropriate discount. The licence is also legally required for anyone who watches live television on any channel or uses BBC iPlayer. Recording live TV at the time of broadcast, such as with Sky Q, Virgin TV 360, or a video recorder, also requires a licence. Additionally, if you watch live sports or pay for live add-ons to services like Amazon Prime's Video Content, you will need a licence. However, using catch-up services like ITVX, Channel 4, or My5, as well as streaming sites, does not require a licence.
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