Extra £174.50 TV Licences Required for Some UK Homes – Who Must Pay? Thursday, February 5, 2026 tvlicence fees ukhomes secondhome caravans bbciplayer streaming licencerules prosecution inflation The cost of a TV Licence in the UK increased to £174.50 starting April 1, 2025, marking the second rise since 2021. This annual fee is mandatory for households and businesses that watch or record live TV, including live … Read More