More than 800,000 Brits could stop paying for their TV Licence

Older people across the UK could save extra money this winter if they're paying for a TV Licence. Since April of this year, a TV licence costs £169.50 per year. This in turn allows you to watch live tv services as well as BBC services such as iPlayer.

However, some people aged over 75 could scrap this cost altogether and get their TV Licence for free. To do this though means that such people will need to claim Pension Credit.

Pension Credit is a benefit specifically geared to older people aged above the state pension age who also receive a low income. Single-person households can claim £201.05 each week while couples can get £306.85 through the benefit.

Furthermore, Pension Credit can open up a range of other exclusive support options, including a free TV Licence. It is understood that more than 800,000 people currently eligible for Pension Credit are still not claiming it.

Failure to have a TV Licence means that, if caught, you could be fined up to £1,000. However, people don't need a TV Licence to watch streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, ITVX, Disney Plus, YouTube, All 4 or My5 - but you will still need one if you're watching live shows through these services.

To determine eligibility for Pension Credit, older individuals or their friends and family can swiftly check their eligibility and get an estimate of potential benefits using the online Pension Credit calculator on GOV. UK.

Alternatively, pensioners can directly contact the Pension Credit helpline on 0800 99 1234 - lines are open from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. Expert assistance and advice is also available.

If you qualify for Pension Credit, you may also be eligible for additional help. In May 2019, the law was altered so that a 'mixed age