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Daily Mail
30-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Millions of Netflix users could face an eye-watering £1,000 fine for using new feature
The countdown to Netflix 's Tudum Live is officially on, with just two days to go before the highly-anticipated event hits our screens. The show - named after the sound that plays at the start of every Netflix movie - is described as 'Netflix's biggest fan party', and will feature several live performances. While you might be excited to watch the show in real-time, doing so could land you with a hefty fine. The problem is that you still need a TV Licence to watch live shows - even if they are being shown on a streaming service like Netflix. At a newly increased price of £174.50, paying for a TV Licence isn't cheap. However, it is still a lot less than the fine you might face for not having one. 'Not paying for a TV Licence could lead to a £1,000 fine if we find that you have been watching, recording or downloading programmes illegally,' TV Licensing explains on its website. 'The maximum fine is £2,000 in Guernsey. Plus any legal costs and/or compensation you may be ordered to pay.' Typically, you don't need a TV Licence to watch streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+. However, you still need a licence to watch live programming regardless of whether you are using a streaming service or not. TV Licensing explains: 'You need to be covered by a TV Licence to watch live on streaming services - such as ITVX, Channel 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Now, Sky Go, Netflix and Freely. 'You don't need a TV Licence if you never watch live on any channel, pay TV service or streaming service, or use BBC iPlayer.' That means you won't be at risk of a fine if you only use on-demand services, but will be in breach of the rules if you tune in for a live event. The cost of a TV Licence recently increased by £5 per year, rising from £169.50 to £174.50 on April 1. While you can pay this in one go, most people choose to spread the cost by Direct Debit - this works out at £14.54 per month. If you don't pay your TV Licence, you could face a huge fine. 'We could visit your address to confirm if you need a TV Licence,' TV Licensing warned. 'If we find that you have been watching, recording or streaming programmes illegally, you risk prosecution and a fine for not having a TV Licence of up to £1,000 plus any legal costs and/or compensation you may be ordered to pay.' These same rules apply to all streaming services, including those accessed by the Amazon Fire Stick. This device is used to access services including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and Apple TV+ but Amazon has recently added several live channels. This includes BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Three, BBC Four, CBBC, CBeebies, BBC News, BBC Scotland, and BBC Alba. However, watching any of those channels will require a TV licence, just as if you were watching through any other type of device. So, if you're planning on watching any live events or television from your home, be sure to double check you have the appropriate licence in order to avoid a fine.
South Wales Guardian
29-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Netflix viewers £1,000 BBC TV Licence fine risk this weekend
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you do not use BBC iPlayer, watch or record live television then you do not need a TV Licence. Typically, this has meant that those who solely watch television through Netflix or other streaming platforms do not need a TV Licence. However, with Netflix now branching into showing live content, such as the upcoming Tudum Live event this weekend, that could now change. As the event will be live streamed by Netflix, UK viewers wishing to watch will require a TV Licence to do so legally. The BBC confirmed to Cord Busters last year that viewers will need to purchase a TV Licence if they are to watch live events on Netflix. The majority of Netflix's content remains exempt from the TV Licence fee, as long as it is not being broadcast live. These are the occasions where you do not need a TV Licence. You do not need a TV Licence to watch: You do need a TV Licence if you: For those of us aged 75 or over who are in receipt of Pension Credit, the TV Licence can be obtained for free rather than costing £174.50. Guidance from TV Licensing says: 'Free TV Licences are only available if you're 75 or over and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit. 'If you think you're eligible for a free licence but can't apply online, please call 0300 790 6117* and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form (our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday). 'Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process. If there are any problems we'll write to let you know. We may also call you if you have given us your phone number. 'There are separate arrangements in place for over 75s on the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.' Even if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a free TV Licence you may be able to get some money back on yours, so long as it is no longer needed. If you have already purchased a TV licence but do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer, you could be entitled to a refund worth £174.50. Households across the UK can apply for a refund if you won't need your licence again before it expires, and you have at least one complete month left on it or the licence fee for you expired less than two years ago. You can apply for a refund online here. The amount you will be due in a refund will be worked out by TV Licensing, the organisation that issues TV licences. They explain how they work out the amount you will be due here: 'Any refund due is calculated in unused months. You must have at least one complete month left on your licence that you won't need before it expires. 'So, you could get a refund for between one and 11 months, depending on how long you have left on your licence. 'You won't be eligible for a refund if there is less than one month between the cancellation date and the expiry date.
Scottish Sun
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Warning to all UK Netflix users over £1k fine for watching new show this weekend
Scroll down to find out if the new warning applies to you NO CHILL Warning to all UK Netflix users over £1k fine for watching new show this weekend NETFLIX users in the UK could be faced with fines of up to £1,000 for watching a new show this weekend. An update to the streaming platform means viewers will be required to pay an additional fee to watch certain programmes. Advertisement 1 Netflix users in the UK could risk hefty fines if they don't take a certain step before watching a new show this weekend (stock image) Credit: Getty Netflix has recently branched into showing live content, which will have a major effect on UK viewers. UK households are legally required to have a TV licence when watching or recording live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, if you do not watch or record live television, or use BBC iPlayer, then you do not need a TV licence. Previously, this has meant that those who solely watch television through Netflix or other streaming platforms do not need a TV licence. Advertisement However, with the new Netflix live streaming feature, which includes the upcoming Tudum Live event this weekend, that could now change. UK viewers wishing to watch the live event will require a TV licence to do so legally. Legal experts previously warned about this issue when Netflix first began live streaming content in 2023. Now, the BBC has confirmed to Cord Busters that viewers will be required to purchase a TV Licence if they plan to watch live events on Netflix. Advertisement However, the majority of Netflix's content remains exempt from the TV licence fee, so long as it is not broadcast live. Daniel McAfee, Head of Legal Operations at Lawhive, confirmed: "Under UK law, any live television broadcast requires a valid TV Licence, regardless of the streaming platform." Inside the horrendous Tylenol massacre that left seven dead Netflix users who violate the licensing law could face fines of up to £1,000. While you cannot be imprisoned for evading the TV licence, court-imposed fines resulting from non-payment could see you facing jail time. Advertisement Daniel advised viewers to "stay informed on licensing changes as streaming platforms expand live broadcast offerings." While enforcement officers for the licence can carry out checks to ensure compliance, occupiers have "no legal obligation" to let them into their home. The licence fee raises around £3.7 billion a year which is around 65 per cent of the corporation's funding. Do I need a TV licence? IF you want to watch or record live TV then, yes, you need a licence. This includes recording it live and watching it later. Live TV includes all programmes on any channel, including soaps, series, documentaries and even movies. In addition, the rules apply even if you don't watch the shows on an actual TV - for example, if you watch programmes that are being broadcast live on a PC, laptop, tablet or phone. A colour TV licence currently costs £169.50 a year. A licence for watching a black and white TV costs £57. You'll need to apply for a free licence on the TV licensing website or call 0300 790 6117. Around 80 per cent of homes pay the fee but evasion is up to more than 10 per cent. Advertisement If you are over 75 and receive Pension Credit, or live with a partner who does, you are entitled to a free TV Licence. Those living in care homes or sheltered accommodation who are retired and over 60, or disabled, can grab their licence for just £7.50. A 50 per cent discount is offered to anyone who is registered blind or lives with someone who is.
South Wales Argus
27-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Netflix viewers £1,000 BBC TV Licence fine risk this weekend
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you do not use BBC iPlayer, watch or record live television then you do not need a TV Licence. Typically, this has meant that those who solely watch television through Netflix or other streaming platforms do not need a TV Licence. However, with Netflix now branching into showing live content, such as the upcoming Tudum Live event this weekend, that could now change. As the event will be live streamed by Netflix, UK viewers wishing to watch will require a TV Licence to do so legally. The BBC confirmed to Cord Busters last year that viewers will need to purchase a TV Licence if they are to watch live events on Netflix. The majority of Netflix's content remains exempt from the TV Licence fee, as long as it is not being broadcast live. These are the occasions where you do not need a TV Licence. Do I need a TV Licence? You do not need a TV Licence to watch: streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus on-demand TV through services like All 4 and Amazon Prime Video videos on websites like YouTube videos or DVDs You do need a TV Licence if you: watch or record live TV on any channel or service use BBC iPlayer Are you eligible for a free TV Licence? For those of us aged 75 or over who are in receipt of Pension Credit, the TV Licence can be obtained for free rather than costing £174.50. Guidance from TV Licensing says: 'Free TV Licences are only available if you're 75 or over and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit. 'If you think you're eligible for a free licence but can't apply online, please call 0300 790 6117* and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form (our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday). 'Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process. If there are any problems we'll write to let you know. We may also call you if you have given us your phone number. 'There are separate arrangements in place for over 75s on the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.' How to get a refund on your TV Licence Even if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a free TV Licence you may be able to get some money back on yours, so long as it is no longer needed. If you have already purchased a TV licence but do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer, you could be entitled to a refund worth £174.50. Households across the UK can apply for a refund if you won't need your licence again before it expires, and you have at least one complete month left on it or the licence fee for you expired less than two years ago. You can apply for a refund online here. The amount you will be due in a refund will be worked out by TV Licensing, the organisation that issues TV licences. They explain how they work out the amount you will be due here: 'Any refund due is calculated in unused months. You must have at least one complete month left on your licence that you won't need before it expires. 'So, you could get a refund for between one and 11 months, depending on how long you have left on your licence. 'You won't be eligible for a refund if there is less than one month between the cancellation date and the expiry date.
Glasgow Times
27-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Netflix viewers £1,000 BBC TV Licence fine risk this weekend
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you do not use BBC iPlayer, watch or record live television then you do not need a TV Licence. Typically, this has meant that those who solely watch television through Netflix or other streaming platforms do not need a TV Licence. However, with Netflix now branching into showing live content, such as the upcoming Tudum Live event this weekend, that could now change. As the event will be live streamed by Netflix, UK viewers wishing to watch will require a TV Licence to do so legally. The BBC confirmed to Cord Busters last year that viewers will need to purchase a TV Licence if they are to watch live events on Netflix. The majority of Netflix's content remains exempt from the TV Licence fee, as long as it is not being broadcast live. These are the occasions where you do not need a TV Licence. Do I need a TV Licence? You do not need a TV Licence to watch: streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus on-demand TV through services like All 4 and Amazon Prime Video videos on websites like YouTube videos or DVDs You do need a TV Licence if you: watch or record live TV on any channel or service use BBC iPlayer Are you eligible for a free TV Licence? For those of us aged 75 or over who are in receipt of Pension Credit, the TV Licence can be obtained for free rather than costing £174.50. Guidance from TV Licensing says: 'Free TV Licences are only available if you're 75 or over and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit. 'If you think you're eligible for a free licence but can't apply online, please call 0300 790 6117* and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form (our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday). 'Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process. If there are any problems we'll write to let you know. We may also call you if you have given us your phone number. 'There are separate arrangements in place for over 75s on the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.' How to get a refund on your TV Licence Even if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a free TV Licence you may be able to get some money back on yours, so long as it is no longer needed. If you have already purchased a TV licence but do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer, you could be entitled to a refund worth £174.50. Households across the UK can apply for a refund if you won't need your licence again before it expires, and you have at least one complete month left on it or the licence fee for you expired less than two years ago. You can apply for a refund online here. The amount you will be due in a refund will be worked out by TV Licensing, the organisation that issues TV licences. They explain how they work out the amount you will be due here: 'Any refund due is calculated in unused months. You must have at least one complete month left on your licence that you won't need before it expires. 'So, you could get a refund for between one and 11 months, depending on how long you have left on your licence. 'You won't be eligible for a refund if there is less than one month between the cancellation date and the expiry date.
