Free or discounted TV licences are available to certain people - criteria explained View Image

The standard TV Licence has seen a price increase for many this year, with the Government raising the cost to £174.50 in April. This annual fee is typically required for households or businesses that watch live television or use BBC iPlayer.

Yet , it may come as a surprise that certain people may qualify for a free or discounted licence under specific circumstances. These reductions could also apply to those with black-and-white TVs, which usually incur a yearly cost of £58.50 under the licence scheme.

Government advice indicates that it's primarily people over 75 years old who receive Pension Credit who can secure a free TV Licence. The same applies if you live with a partner who receives

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