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UK TV licence fee rises to £180 in April 2026, funding BBC services and iPlayer.
The UK TV licence fee will rise to £180 from April 2026, an increase of £5.50, in line with inflation, with annual rises expected thereafter.
The government reaffirmed its support for the current licence fee model, offering a payment plan and free licences for over-75s on Pension Credit, along with reduced fees for care home residents and blind individuals.
The black and white licence will increase to £60.50.
The fee funds the BBC, including BBC iPlayer and live TV, and is legally required to watch or record live broadcasts.
S4C will receive about £100 million in 2026/27 to support Welsh creative industries.
The BBC is exploring ways to detect unlicensed users, possibly by linking iPlayer accounts to home addresses.
A government review of the BBC’s future funding and charter beyond 2027 is ongoing, with public consultation open.
La tarifa de licencia de televisión del Reino Unido aumentará a £ 180 en abril de 2026, financiando los servicios de la BBC e iPlayer.