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TV licence · £180 a year

Do you even need a TV licence?

You only need one to watch or record TV as it's shown live, on any channel or app, or to use BBC iPlayer. If you only watch on demand, you may be paying £180 a year for nothing.

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Four quick questions

1. Do you ever watch or record anything as it's shown live, on any channel or app? That includes live sport and news on ITVX, Channel 4, Sky, YouTube or any streaming service.
2. Do you ever use BBC iPlayer, live or catch-up?
3. Are you paying for a TV licence now?
4. Does either apply? (optional)