Do I need a TV licence to watch Netflix, Disney+ and other streaming services? - The Government is reportedly planning a shake-up of the licence fee, which could require more people to pay

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In a move to modernise the licence fee for the streaming age, the government is considering changes that could see people pay to watch streaming services.

UK households who only watch streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ could soon be forced to pay the BBC licence fee. The BBC is facing a rapid decline in licence fee payments, with around 500,000 people refusing to pay in 2023-24.

The BBC's current Royal charter is set to end in 2027, prompting the government to seek new methods of supporting the broadcaster post this date. Currently, the licence fee stands at £169.50 annually but will increase to £174.50 in April - a rise of £5, though various discounts and exemptions do exist.

The UK is considering making households who only use streaming services such as Netflix and Disney pay the BBC license fee, as part of plans to modernize the way it funds the public-service broadcaster.

UK government considers requiring Netflix and streaming-only households to pay the TV Licence fee, even without BBC viewing, as part of major funding overhaul