Television Licences

(asked on 8th June 2023) - View Source

Question to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport:

What plans she has for the future of the TV licence.


Answered by
John Whittingdale Portrait
John Whittingdale
This question was answered on 15th June 2023

The BBC's funding model faces major challenges to its sustainability due to changes in the way people consume media.

We remain committed to reviewing the licence fee model ahead of the next Charter period to explore the potential for alternative ways to ensure the BBC remains appropriately funded over the long-term.

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