LICENCE TO BILL
Major TV licence change proposed by BBC bosses – and some Brits could end up paying MORE under controversial plan
But it comes among other plans that could decriminalise non-payment of the licence fee
WEALTHIER TV viewers could face paying more to watch the BBC under a licence fee shake-up.
Beeb chiefs are considering replacing the flat-rate levy, which rises £10.50 to £169.50 a year from next week.
2
2
Under a “progressive” system people could pay different amounts depending on income.
But some Tory MPs want the fee to be axed completely.
BBC Director-General Tim Davie said it is “right to ask fundamental questions” about the licence in a world “full of choice”.
The broadcaster is also examining whether to decriminalise non-payment of the fee.
READ MORE MONEY NEWS
Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to take part in a public consultation next year.
Speaking at a Royal Television Society event, Mr Davie said he is “looking at its scope, how it could be more progressive and making sure its enforcement is fair and proportionate”.
Other revenue-raisers are set to include adverts on BBC podcasts and on-demand radio shows when they are streamed on platforms such as Apple or Spotify.
New streams of income have included a tie-up with Disney over Doctor Who and cashing in on the Beeb’s vast archives.
Most read in Money
Ex-Cabinet minister Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg said: “The television tax should be abolished.
“It is time for the EU-loving BBC to compete for its revenue.”
Do I need a TV licence to use an Amazon Fire Stick?
Topics