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TV licence fees around the world (Image: Express) A BBC spokesperson said: "The BBC is the most used media brand in the country, with 91 percent of adults coming to us each week. "We are committed to serving all parts of the UK with brilliant content our audiences love." Last month, the BBC announced they would be rising the mandatory licence fee by £1.50 from £157.50 to £159 from April. The news sparked a strong reaction on Twitter. Damning poll shows BBC out of touch (Image: Getty) People ...

“Discussions are taking place between the Department of Culture and the BBC and we hope our petition will push forward a solution to this long running dispute. “750,000 older people are refusing to pay the new fee and the BBC is unable to enforce it, so the current situation is unsustainable. “The Government must now force the issue with the BBC, as both bodies have broken their promises. “The Budget next week would be a great opportunity for a revised policy to be outlined.” A BBC sp...

European TV licence fees (Image: Express) “They look like red reminders and have these threats in huge font about facing fines and then in tiny writing they say but if you don’t watch live TV or iPlayer you don’t need a licence. “It’s really a campaign of intimidation and unfortunately we have seen it is quite successful. “But is that really the behaviour of a national broadcaster? “Is that really something the Government should be supporting?” BBC criticised for over-75s scanda...