The TV licence is a legal requirement in the UK for anyone watching live TV or using BBC iPlayer. As of 2025, the UK Government and the BBC continue to offer a free TV licence to certain groups, mainly older pensioners and vulnerable citizens. The free TV licence scheme is designed to help those on … Read more
The UK government has finally confirmed a major change that will affect millions of pensioners and households – the return of the free TV licence scheme from 2025. For years, there has been ongoing debate about who should be eligible, and now, under new rules, more pensioners will benefit without having to pay the £169 … Read more
Television has always been more than just entertainment in the UK – for many pensioners, it is a lifeline that connects them to the outside world. For years, the debate around free TV licences for pensioners has been ongoing, with government policies shifting and causing uncertainty for millions of elderly citizens. Now, the government has … Read more
The TV licence has long been a topic of debate in the UK, particularly among pensioners and low-income households. With living costs rising and the role of television more important than ever for entertainment and information, the Government’s decisions around TV licence fees remain in the spotlight. In September 2025, a new update has been … Read more