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Pensioners Demand Free TV Licences | Leeds News
A petition demanding free TV licences for all pensioners has surged past 60,000 signatures, putting it on track to spark a parliamentary debate and forcing the government to justify its current policy—especially as living costs soar and older people face mounting financial pressure. With just ten days left to sign before the July 21 deadline, the campaign is gaining momentum, fueled by the BBC’s own director-general admitting the licence fee is “no longer fit for purpose.” This could push the government toward a universal concession, not just for those on Pension Credit, but for every…
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