Free TV licence for over 75’s MUST be maintained whilst Coronavirus impacts.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

We call upon Government to maintain free TV licences for over 75’s whilst they are being advised to self isolate against Coronavirus. Forcing extra financial pressure on this at risk group is unacceptable. TV is not only a companion for those self isolating, but a vital source of news & information.

Television is not only a source of companionship, but a vital source of guidance, advice and news at a time of crisis. To add financial burden to maintain this service during a viral pandemic, where over the 75’s are in the highest risk group, in a civilised society is unacceptable.

Why it was rejected

It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.

Since you started this petition, the BBC have announced that the changes to TV licences for over 75s now won't happen until August: https://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/age?wt.mc_id=bbc_pr_o75_english

You may wish to sign this petition, if you would like this policy to be changed permanently: The Government should fund free TV licences for all over-75s.

You can find out more about coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and others here:

NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

UK Government website: https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus

Timeline

15 Mar 2020	Petition opened for signatures
24 Mar 2020	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 24 Mar 2020

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