Rejected petition Petition the UK Government to abolish the BBC TV Licence fee

For the UK Government to abolish the BBC TV Licence fee. It is no longer value for money or fit for purpose.

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Viewers who stream live tv or watch other channels should not be penalised by being taxed via a licence fee. It is outdated and the BBC should be self funding.

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Why was this petition rejected?

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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Abolish the tv licence
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/701068

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Date submitted 9 December 2024
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