BBC makes change to TV licence fee for those struggling to afford bill

The BBC will be working alongside a debt advice charity to help those experiencing extreme financial hardship

The BBC has announced key changes to its TV licence fee for those struggling to pay.

The corporation is aiming to help women in particular, hoping to reduce the number of prosecutions amongst those who are experiencing severe financial hardship and, consequently, aren’t able to pay their fees.

The BBC will extend its simple payment plan – allowing the cost of a TV Licence to be spread over 12 months through instalments – to all unlicensed households, breaking the fee down into smaller payments.