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flag 76 UK residents await trial for allegedly not paying the £174.50 annual BBC TV licence fee.

flag As of November 6, 2025, 76 people in the UK were awaiting trial for allegedly not paying the BBC TV licence fee, which costs £174.50 annually. flag Most face charges are aged 45 to 64, with the majority being women. flag The fee is required for watching or recording live TV or streaming BBC iPlayer, regardless of device. flag While exemptions and discounts exist for certain groups, authorities prioritize education and payment plans over prosecution. flag Failure to comply may lead to fines up to £1,000, though imprisonment is rare and only follows refusal to pay court-ordered fines.

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