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Pensioners Push for Free TV Licenses | Leeds News
A petition demanding free TV licenses for all state pensioners is gaining steam, sitting at nearly 48,000 signatures with a July 21 deadline to hit 100,000 for parliamentary debate. With TV licenses costing £180 a year, many pensioners feel the burden is unfair—especially as they rely on TV for companionship amid rising living costs. While free licenses already exist for those on Pension Credit, the government and BBC argue universal coverage would cost £745 million annually and risk BBC closures. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy faces mounting pressure as the petition pushes for a compassionate…
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