People can cut BBC TV Licence from £169 to £0 with 'no brainer' tip

A "no brainer" BBC TV Licence trick could cut your bill from £169 to zero. A BBC viewer says a TV licence trick could save you £169 a year ahead of a bill rise in WEEKS - with the fee set to hit an eye-watering £169 amid the Cost of Living crisis.

Nick Baker, broadband and TV expert at Uswitch who revealed his useful tip that could provide you with some valuable savings in 2024, told the Sun newspaper: "There are a couple of exceptions when it comes to who needs to pay for a TV licence.

"Under the current rules, those who are over 75 and receiving Pension Credit are eligible for a free licence." Nick added that for people in this situation applying for this is a "no-brainer" and could provide you with a handy savings boost.

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If you or someone you live with are over 74 and receive Pension Credit you can apply for a free TV Licence. Pension Credit can be in the name of the licence holder, or in their partner's name if they are a couple. If you or your partner don't receive Pension Credit you'll need to continue to pay for your licence.

If you’re 74 or older and you or your partner receive Pension Credit you can apply for a free TV Licence. This will cover everyone who lives with you at the same address. You will need to have the following details ready: proof of your age - this can be a copy of your passport, UK driver's licence, UK birth certificate or EU/EEA national identity card and proof that Pension Credit is being received at your address.

You will also need your name and address (including postcode) and also you current TV Licence number, TV Licensing explains on its website.