Any pub which shows live television, or BBC programmes on iPlayer, must have a valid TV Licence. Pubs without a valid licence are breaking the law and run the risk of a court prosecution and a fine of up to £1,000 per offence plus costs.
Do I need a Licence if I don’t watch BBC?
You do not need a TV Licence to watch: non-BBC programmes on online catch-up services. videos or DVDs. clips on websites like YouTube.
How much is a TV Licence for a pub UK?
A single TV Licence costs £159. You can pay in one go or spread the cost quarterly, monthly or weekly. To license more than one address with a Company Group TV Licence, please call 0300 790 6165*.
Can you watch I player without a Licence?
Yes. You must be covered by a TV Licence (including a free over 75 licence) to use BBC iPlayer. This applies to any device you use.
Can BBC Sport record?
No. Due to rights restrictions, BBC Sport only makes video available for streaming.
Can BBC detect you watching TV?
If TV Licensing believes you’re watching ‘live TV’ or using BBC iPlayer without a licence, enquiry officers may pay you a visit. They can’t enter your home without permission, but can apply for a search warrant to do so. They may also use detection equipment such as vans and handheld detectors.
How do I prove I don’t watch BBC?
If you really don’t consume any live television, or use BBC iPlayer, then you can make a declaration to that effect on the tvlicensing.co.uk website. This has separate sections for home, student and business addresses.
Do pubs need a licence to show football?
Any pub, club or sporting venue which shows live television must have a valid TV Licence. Pubs without a valid licence are breaking the law and publicans run the risk of a court prosecution and fine of up to £1,000 per offence, plus costs.
Does a pub have to display a price list?
All pubs and restaurants should display their prices clearly to their customers. Restaurants must show prices with their menu at or near their entrance so people will know how much they’ll be charged.
Can one TV Licence cover two addresses?
Yes, your licence will cover you at another address if you are using a device powered solely by its own battery and is not plugged into the mains. If you’re moving address permanently, you will need to change your TV Licence address. *A licence is not needed to watch S4C programmes on demand.
Can the BBC track your IP address?
We collect some information automatically. Things like your IP address, which browser and device you’re using, or your device ID. And we can tell what webpage directed you to the BBC by looking at information from your browser.
How will the BBC detect you watching iPlayer?
Our Privacy Policy explains that we may use data collected from other parts of the BBC to establish if you are using BBC iPlayer. If you would like to see what BBC iPlayer use is associated with your BBC account, you can request a copy of your BBC account data using your BBC account sign in details.
What can I legally watch on TV without a licence?
Watching online
You don’t need a TV Licence if you never watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service, or use BBC iPlayer*. This applies to any device, including a TV, computer, laptop, phone, tablet, games console or digital box.
Do TV Licence inspectors visit?
They will only do this when they have reason to believe an offence is being committed. TV Licensing will be accompanied by the police when executing a search warrant.
Is it illegal to record football games?
Taping, describing, or even talking about the game
“This telecast is copyrighted by the NFL for the private use of our audience. Any other use of this telecast or any pictures, descriptions, or accounts of the game without the NFL’s consent is prohibited.”
Are you allowed to film football matches?
Try watching this video on www.youtube.com, or enable JavaScript if it is disabled in your browser. So, in short, filming matches for your own use is OK, but sharing them is not. It could get you or, more likely, the club you support in trouble. In conclusion though, this is a rule that lacks common sense.
How do TV Licensing know if you are watching TV?
We also have a fleet of detector vans that can detect the use of TV receiving equipment at specifically targeted addresses within minutes. Find out more about visits, prosecutions and fines. Find out more about what happens if you don’t pay for a TV Licence (or have a free one)
Do the BBC still use detector vans?
It was originally a PR stunt to frighten people into thinking they could be detected and then pursued for not having a TV licence. There are still no TV detector vans. The way they can tell is if you don’t pay your direct debit or move into a home which did have a TV licence but which hasn’t renewed the license.
How do they know you’re watching TV without a license?
There are a number of ways we can find out. At the heart of our operation is the TV Licensing database of approximately 31 million home and business addresses, telling us which of these have TV Licences. All of our visiting officers have access to this database and will check whether or not you have a licence.
Can you cancel TV Licence if you dont watch BBC?
You can cancel your licence if you no longer: watch or record TV on any channel via any TV service (e.g. Sky, Virgin, Freeview, Freesat) watch live on streaming services (e.g. ITV Hub, All 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Now, Sky Go) use BBC iPlayer*.
Who is exempt from BBC TV Licence?
TV licence concessions. If you’re 75 or over and you claim Pension Credit, you’re entitled to a free TV licence. If you’re visually impaired, you may be able to get a discount.