Petition launched for free BBC licences for ALL pensioners after fee rises to £180

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Petition launched for free BBC licences for ALL pensioners after fee rises to £180.

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A petition has been launched on the UK Government's official website calling for free TV licences to be extended to all pensioners.The campaign, created by Michael Thompson, argues that many older people are facing financial hardship while relying on television as a key source of companionship.The proposal comes weeks after the annual TV licence fee increased from £174.50 to £180 on April 1.At present, only individuals aged 75 and over who receive Pension Credit qualify for a free licence.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The petition calls for the concession to be expanded to all pensioners, including those reaching state pension age as it rises from 66 to 67.The campaign states: "Many pensioners live on the breadline with only the TV for company, with the cost of food soaring and utility bills ever higher, we feel there is a desperate need to provide all pensioners with at least this concession."It also describes the current system as a "double outrage" for those who have paid taxes...

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