Submitted on Sunday 15th March 2020
Rejected on Tuesday 24th March 2020
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: no-action (see below for details)
Free TV licence for over 75’s MUST be maintained whilst Coronavirus impacts.
We call upon Government to maintain free TV licences for over 75’s whilst they are being advised to self isolate against Coronavirus. Forcing extra financial pressure on this at risk group is unacceptable. TV is not only a companion for those self isolating, but a vital source of news & information.
Television is not only a source of companionship, but a vital source of guidance, advice and news at a time of crisis. To add financial burden to maintain this service during a viral pandemic, where over the 75’s are in the highest risk group, in a civilised society is unacceptable.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
Since you started this petition, the BBC have announced that the changes to TV licences for over 75s now won't happen until August: www.tvlicensing.co.uk/age?wt.mc_id=bbc_pr_o75_english
You may wish to sign this petition, if you would like this policy to be changed permanently: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/300425
You can find out more about coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and others here:
NHS website: www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
UK Government website: www.gov.uk/coronavirus
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