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TV licence payments were traditionally eradicated for older people, an entitlement many openly accepted and indeed relished. However, with a rule change in August 2020, many over-75s are now required to pay for their TV Licence, in a move that was particularly controversial. The TV Licence currently costs £157.50 and is set to increase again next year, and Britons can pay in one go, or spread the cost with Direct Debit payments.
They ll also need to have reached state pension age, which is currently 66 for most people.
When applying for pension credit, the Government will work out the claimants income levels and this will include:
state pension
most social security benefits, for example Carer’s Allowance
savings, investments over £10,000 - for these £1 is counted for every £500 or part £500
earnings
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Claims for pension credit can be made up to four months before reaching state pension age.
Pension credit claims can also be made any time after reaching state pension age but they can only be backdated for up to three months.
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The TV licence fee currently cots £157.50 per year for individuals to watch live television in their home. While the bulk of the TV licence goes towards paying for the BBC, individuals must pay the fee even if they choose not to watch programmes or listen to radio from the corporation. Recently, changes have been announced to the licence fee meaning the payment amount will go up, rising to £159 from April 1, 2021.
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TV licence payments are required even if a person chooses not to watch the BBC, and the sum is currently set at £157.70 per year. People are able to pay all in one go or spread the cost of their payment through Direct Debit. However, the opinion on the TV Licence fee does not appear to be a favourable one among Britons.