In the United Kingdom, a TV licence is required by law for anyone who wishes to watch or record live television broadcasts, or to use the BBC iPlayer service. The TV licence fee is used to fund the BBC and its various services, including television, radio, and online content. In April 2020, the cost of a UK TV licence increased to £157.50 per year, up from £154.50 in the previous year.

The increase in the TV licence fee was met with mixed reactions from the public. Some people were unhappy with the increase, particularly given the economic uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Others argued that the fee was a necessary part of funding the BBC and its services.

The TV licence fee remains a controversial topic in the UK, with some people calling for it to be abolished altogether. However, for the time being, the fee remains in place, and those who wish to watch live television broadcasts or use the BBC iPlayer service must continue to pay the annual fee.

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