BBC Boss Warns Of “Crisis” As TV Licence Faces Overhaul
BBC Director-General warns of “crisis” without funding reform, suggesting wealthy households may pay more. Is the TV Licence heading for its biggest shake-up?
Jun 5, 2025 4:58pm 25 Comments
Or Goren
Wide-ranging editor and writer with many years of experience, from news and finances to entertainment and technology. Based in London, I'm the founder and editor-in-chief of Cord Busters. I cut the TV cord back in 2014 and never looked back. I watch a lot of TV, and thankfully I can choose whatever I want to watch without depending on archaic channels.
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May 24, 2025 10:01am 3 Comments
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Sky Stream and Glass Finally Get Premier Sports
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Netflix Pulling The Plug On Older Amazon Fire TV Devices
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May 21, 2025 10:54am No Comments
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BBC Boss Reveals TV Licence Future: “Reform Is Coming”
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May 14, 2025 4:18pm 13 Comments