Pensioners could face a whopping fine of £1,000 if they don’t pay for their TV licence when the over 75’s exemption ends this week.
The BBC confirmed that it will be charging everyone for the licence from August 1.
This means you have until Saturday to pay before the change comes in.
Anybody who watches live TV must pay for the license to avoid hefty fees.
So, if you have a pensioner family member who might be unaware of the upcoming change please remember to warn them or help them set up the payment!
Brits over 75 used to get free TV licences, but this benefit was cut last year unless you pay pension credit.
So many households may still be unaware that they now have to pay up.
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The government stopped funding free licences for over-75s back in 2015 with responsibility being handed off to the BBC.
However, the company chose to end the entitlement last year to save money.
A transition period was set up during the pandemic so that people who couldn’t afford the licence wouldn’t be fined.
This is now coming to an end this weekend.
From July 31, you will face the £1,000 fine if you haven’t payed up for a licence.
The BBC claims that nine in 10 over-75s have already made arrangements for a paid licence or updated their info to show they get a free one.
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But, they will be writing to the last 260,000 customers who haven’t made arrangements.
Since changing over-75s for their TV licences, the BBC has reportedly made an extra £250million in fees.
The licence will cost you a standard £159 for a colour TV or £53.50 for black and white – apply here or call 0300 790 6165.
If you are on Pension Credit you should apply for a free licence here or call 0300 790 6117.
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