Six ways the BBC could be funded if the licence fee ends
As the government launches its BBC charter review, we analyse the six main funding models on the table – from subscriptions to a household levy. Discover what might replace the TV licence.
Category : Search result: broadcasting licence
BBC licence fee crisis as Labour plans radical rescue
The BBC faces an existential crisis as licence fee payments plummet. The Labour government is now exploring radical funding alternatives, from subscriptions to wealth-based charges, to save the struggling broadcaster.
BBC licence fee could soar to £200 by 2030
The BBC licence fee is forecast to jump to nearly £197 by 2030, while the number of paying households is set to plummet by over a million. Discover the full story.
How to get a refund on your £174 TV Licence
Discover how you could be eligible for a BBC TV Licence refund if you have at least one full month remaining. Learn the rules and how to claim your money back.
BBC Licence Fee Rise Could Be Blocked
The Government may block the BBC's planned 3.8% licence fee increase next spring. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is weighing the decision amid value-for-money concerns. Read the latest.
BBC Under Threat: New Protection Plan Proposed
The BBC faces unprecedented challenges from global tech billionaires and political pressure. Discover the four-point plan to safeguard Britain's public broadcaster for future generations.
BBC loses £1.1bn as viewers cancel TV licence
A parliamentary report reveals the BBC lost over £1.1bn in potential income from TV licence evasion, putting its future under severe pressure. Discover the full findings.
BBC loses £1.1bn as licence fee refusals soar
The BBC faces a £1.1bn financial crisis as a record one in eight households refuse to pay the licence fee. Discover the full impact of the PAC report and what it means for the future of the broadcaster.
BBC loses £1bn a year in licence fee revenue
MPs reveal the BBC is losing over £1bn annually due to licence fee evasion and households switching to streaming. Discover the future of the TV licence.
BBC Future in Crisis After Davie's Dramatic Exit
Tim Davie's dramatic resignation as BBC director general sparks fierce debate about the broadcaster's public service model. Is it still fit for purpose in 2025? Share your views.
ITV in talks to sell stake in Broadcasting House
ITV is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell a significant stake in its legendary London headquarters, the Grade II listed ITV Tower, as part of a major property strategy shift that could reshape Britain's media landscape.
Free & Discounted TV Licences: Full Eligibility Guide
Millions of Brits could be missing out on savings worth hundreds of pounds on their TV licence. Discover if you're eligible for free or discounted coverage.
BBC licence fee could be abolished by 2026
The BBC licence fee as we know it could be abolished by 2026, with ministers considering a major funding model transformation that might include subscription services or household levies.
MPs demand end to BBC child licence fee charges
Cross-party committee calls for immediate reform of BBC funding model, branding child licence fees 'unfair' and demanding government action to protect young viewers.
Pressure Grows to Scrap BBC TV Licence Fee
The government faces mounting calls to abolish the controversial TV licence fee and replace it with a modern funding model as viewer habits change dramatically.
TV licence fee to rise to £169.50 from April 2025
Millions of UK households face paying more for their TV licence as the government confirms the fee will increase to £169.50 from April 2025. Discover how this affects you and what it means for the BBC's future funding.
The man who's been on TV 2,500+ times
Meet Britain's most frequent television guest who has appeared on screen over 2,500 times without ever becoming famous. Discover the surprising truth behind television's hidden regular.
Illinois issues special licence plates to undocumented immigrants
Illinois launches groundbreaking programme allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain special licence plates while establishing a hotline to report federal immigration enforcement, sparking national debate over states' rights and immigration policy.
DVLA Warning: Don't Ignore This Brown Envelope
Millions of UK drivers are being urged to watch for an important brown envelope from the DVLA that could save them from hefty fines and legal trouble when updating their photocard licence.
BBC axes evening news shows as licence fee payers plummet
The BBC is set to dramatically cut its evening current affairs programming amid a sharp decline in licence fee payers, with flagship shows facing the axe in a major schedule overhaul.
BBC to cut evening news as licence fee payers plummet
The BBC faces dramatic cuts to its flagship evening news programmes as licence fee payments collapse, signalling the biggest broadcasting overhaul in decades.
BBC Chief Demands Tougher TV Licence Enforcement
BBC Director-General Tim Davie takes a hardline stance on TV licence enforcement, warning that the current system needs tougher measures to tackle evasion as public trust in the broadcaster faces unprecedented challenges.
TV Licence Payment Trick Could Avoid Prosecution
Essential TV licence advice reveals how adjusting your payment method could protect you from legal action and hefty fines. Discover the payment strategy experts recommend.
DVLA warning for drivers born before 1970
Millions of UK drivers with older-style paper licences must act now or risk fines up to £1,000. Our essential guide explains the critical September 2024 deadline.
BBC Chief Warns of Political Pressure Threatening Independence
Director-General Tim Davie warns of growing government pressure on the BBC, raising concerns about editorial independence and the broadcaster's ability to fulfil its public service mission.
Government pressure on BBC sparks independence concerns
Fresh concerns emerge about government influence over BBC editorial decisions as ministers demand 'due impartiality' and Conservative MPs call for funding reform.
Blood type required on new UK driving licences
Millions of British drivers face significant changes as new driving licence applications will require blood type disclosure in groundbreaking medical safety initiative.
TV Licence Crackdown: 5,486 Homes Face £1,000 Fines
TV Licensing launches major enforcement campaign targeting thousands of households across the UK. Here's what you need to know to avoid substantial fines.
Erin Andrews Leaves Fox Sports After 13-Year NFL Run
Celebrated sportscaster Erin Andrews, known for her close friendship with Taylor Swift, reveals her dramatic career shift from Fox Sports to a new broadcasting venture, marking the end of an era in sports journalism.
Legendary broadcaster shuts five UK channels
In a dramatic industry shakeup, a veteran British broadcaster is closing five television channels, marking one of the most significant cutbacks in UK media history and affecting hundreds of thousands of viewers.
Page 1 of 4