The annual TV licence fee is currently set at £169.50, but not everyone is required to pay it. You need a TV licence if you watch or record live TV on any channel, regardless of the device you use - whether it's a television, computer, laptop, tablet, or mobile.
If you're caught watching live TV without a licence, you could be hit with a hefty fine of up to £1,000. Also, you need a TV licence if you use BBC iPlayer - even just for catching up on shows like The Traitors, EastEnders or Strictly Come Dancing.
However, if you're catching up on shows via streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, ITVX, Disney Plus, YouTube, All 4, Apple TV+, Paramount+ or My5, you don't need one.
But, if you're tuning into a live show through these services, then a TV licence becomes necessary.That said, there are plenty of people who are exempt from paying for a TV licence, or can get it at a reduced rate, reports Bristol Live..
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