DO I NEED A TV LICENCE?

Last September, the UK’S TV licensing laws changed. Unlike previously, you now need a TV Licence to download or stream programmes on BBC iplayer, even when you’re not actually watching on a TV set. You also need a TV Licence to watch or record live broadcasts on any channel – even if you’re using an online service to do so.

Failure to comply could incur a penalty of up to £1000. A standard TV Licence currently costs £147 a year.