WATCHING live TV without a licence can land you in hot water, but you could be entitled to a discounted – or even free – licence.
The price of a TV licence rose from £159 to £169.50 a year in April. This fee can be paid in one sum or in quarterly or monthly instalments.
You need to have a TV licence if you want to watch live TVYou don’t need a TV licence to watch pre-recorded programmes or use streaming services, but if you’re watching live television, it’s illegal not to have a licence.