Can I get a reduction on my TV Licence?

Can I get a reduction on my TV Licence?

Are you eligible for a reduced fee licence? As a resident of a residential care home, supported housing or sheltered accommodation you may be able to benefit from a concessionary TV Licence.

Who qualifies for reduced TV Licence?

There are concessions available for: People who are aged 75 or over and receive Pension Credit. People who are blind (severely sight impaired). People who live in qualifying residential care and are disabled or over 60 and retired.

What happens if you don’t pay for TV Licence?

If you don’t have a licence or fail to repay your arrears, you could receive a court fine. It’s a criminal offence to watch live TV or use BBC iPlayer unless you have a valid TV licence. Without one, you risk prosecution and can be issued a fine of up to £1,000, plus court costs.

Can I get away without a TV Licence?

The rule is… whether you’re watching live TV on a television, computer, tablet, games console, smartphone or any other device, you’ll need to be covered by a TV licence. However, you do not need a TV licence if you only watch content after it’s been shown on television – UNLESS it’s on iPlayer.

How much is a concessionary TV Licence?

As a resident of a residential care home, supported housing or sheltered accommodation you may be able to benefit from a concessionary TV Licence. This is known as an Accommodation for residential care (ARC) licence. It costs £7.50 per room, flat or bungalow. Find out more about when you need a TV Licence.

What is a concessionary TV license?

If the applicant (and his/her spouse) shares a home with another family, a concession is granted only if such family has its own, valid (paid-up) television licence.