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BBC TV Licence could become 'free' for 'all' state pensioners born before certain year

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The Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) could give ALL state pensioners born before 1958 a free TV licence as a gataway benefit if the Labour Party government bows to pressure.
The article discusses a potential policy change in the UK where the BBC TV licence fee could become free for all state pensioners born before a certain year, specifically those born before 1957. This proposal comes as part of a broader debate on the future funding of the BBC, with suggestions that the current fee system might be scrapped or significantly altered. The idea is to alleviate financial pressure on older citizens, many of whom rely on the BBC for news and entertainment. Currently, pensioners over 75 can get a free TV licence if they or their partner receive Pension Credit, but this new proposal would extend this benefit to all pensioners of a certain age, regardless of their financial situation. This move is seen as an attempt to address the cost of living crisis affecting the elderly and could be part of the Conservative Party's strategy to appeal to older voters ahead of upcoming elections. However, the implementation of such a policy would require significant funding adjustments or changes to the BBC's charter.

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