Does an 80 year old need a TV Licence?

Since 1 August 2020[1] people aged 75 or over have been entitled to a free TV licence if they receive Pension Credit.

Who is exempt from TV Licences?

People who are blind (severely sight impaired). People who live in qualifying residential care and are disabled or over 60 and retired. For businesses that provide units of overnight accommodation, for example, hotels and mobile units.

What age is TV Licence exempt from?

If you are aged 74 or over:

If you're 74 or older and you or your partner receive Pension Credit you can apply for a free TV Licence. This will cover everyone who lives with you at the same address.

Do Over 80s pay TV licence?

If you're 75 or over and you claim Pension Credit, you're entitled to a free TV licence. If you're visually impaired, you may be able to get a discount.

Do I need a TV licence if I am over 75?

If you're 75 or over and live in a residential care home, you may be covered by an ARC (Accommodation for Residential Care) TV Licence and won't have to pay for a licence even if you don't receive Pension Credit. You may also get a free licence if you live somewhere that used to have an ARC licence.

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What is happening about TV Licences for over 75s?

On 10 June 2019, the BBC announced that free licences for all of the over-75s would end and that, from 1 June 2020, a free licence would only be available to people in receipt of Pension Credit. Implementation of the change was delayed until 1 August 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Who is entitled to free TV Licence in UK?

You can get either: a free TV licence if you're 75 or over and you get Pension Credit. a discount if you're blind or in residential care.

Does someone with dementia need a TV Licence?

Someone could also be vulnerable if they have dementia. It is a legal requirement to have a licence if one is required and TV Licensing is unable to waive the requirement to pay the full fee unless concessions apply.

How much is TV Licence for pensioners?

How much is TV Licence for pensioners? By the reason of the concessionary TV licence that you get as a pensioner, this means that instead of paying R265. 00 as a standard fee per annum, you will pay R74. 00 per annum, thereby saving R191.

Do you have to pay TV Licence if your on Pension Credit?

From August 2020, television licences will no longer be free for all people over 75. However, if you are claiming Pension Credit you will qualify for a free TV licence.

Who is entitled to a concessionary TV Licence?

If you are aged 75 or over and qualify for ARC preserved rights you will be eligible for a free TV licence, without needing to be in receipt of Pension Credit.

How can I avoid paying TV Licence?

You don't need a TV Licence if you never watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel, or live on an online TV service, and you never download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand.

Can you get a reduction on 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.

How much do over 75s pay for TV licence?

The free TV Licence for people aged 75 and over applies to those in receipt of either part of Pension Credit – Guarantee Credit or Savings Credit (or both).

Do pensioners still get free TV licences?

If you are aged 75 years or older and you or your partner receive Pension Credit, you are entitled to a free TV licence. Previously, all over 75s received a free TV licence but this stopped in July 2020 due to BBC budget cuts.

How much is a TV licence 2022?

When does the licence fee change and why? The Government is responsible for setting the level of the licence fee, and announced in January 2022 that it would remain unchanged at £159 for two years, followed by annual rises in line with inflation for four years from 1 April 2024.

Can I use someone else's TV Licence?

A TV licence is in the name of the bill payer, but covers everyone who lives at that address, meaning only one licence is needed per household, unless you have over 15 devices in your house, in which case another TV licence must be purchased for every extra 5 devices.

What happens if you refuse to pay your 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.

Do you need a TV Licence in an old people's home?

As a manager of a residential care home, supported housing or sheltered accommodation, you need to make sure that residents, staff and guests are covered by a TV Licence if they need one.

What 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.

Are TV detector vans real?

There are no TV detector vans. It was originally a PR stunt to frighten people into thinking they could be detected and then pursued for not having a TV licence. There are still no TV detector vans.

Do I need a TV Licence to watch Freeview?

You need a TV Licence to download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand. This applies to any device and provider you use, including: Freeview, Freesat or YouView.

Is a TV Licence registered to an address or person?

Is an address or person required to be licensed? A TV Licence is issued in the name of the person paying the fee and covers the use of television receiving equipment at the address/premises specified on the Licence. The Terms and Conditions of a TV Licence are printed on the Licence.

Do you need two TV Licences If you have two houses?

You need a separate TV Licence for:

You will need a separate TV Licence to watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV on any channel or TV service, or to watch or download BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer in your second home.

How many TV Licences can you have in a house?

You only need one TV Licence per household, even if you use more than one of the devices listed above.