New calls for free TV licence for everyone over State Pension age

An online petition is urging the UK Government to provide a free TV licence for all individuals over the State Pension age, regardless of their income levels, to cover the £180 annual fee. Meanwhile, the DWP has confirmed that state pensioners above a specific age threshold are already eligible to claim a £0 BBC TV Licence. These developments highlight ongoing discussions regarding the accessibility and cost of television licensing for elderly citizens across the UK.