Petition · past parliament

Free TV Licences for all people on Pension Credit.

Closed 47 signatures

What the petition asks

Many pensioners are wealthy and can afford TV Licences. All pensioners can't afford a TV Licence. Pension Credit is means tested group, so this should satisfy the BBC to be included for a Free TV Licences. TV can be a window to the world and help with the loneliness many pensioners suffer from.
The BBC has indicated that the current Free TV Licence will be abolished for over 75 years old, with the exception of pensioners on certain benefits. If they are going to do this, then they should consider all pensioners on Pension Credit, not those just over 75 years old.

Timeline

8 Jul 2019 Petition opened for signatures
6 Nov 2019 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 47
Status Closed
Opened 8 Jul 2019
Closed 6 Nov 2019

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.