Commons Sense

House of Commons · Ten Minute Rule Bill

BBC Licence Fee Non-Payment (Decriminalisation for Over-75s) Bill

18 March 2022

Proposed by Hon. Members:

Culture, Media & Sport

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

At a glance

Key points

  • Ten Minute Rule Bill proposed to decriminalise non-payment of the BBC licence fee for individuals over the age of 75
  • Bill is titled the BBC Licence Fee Non-Payment (Decriminalisation for Over-75s) Bill
  • Second reading of the bill scheduled for Friday, 6 May

Issue summary

The statement addresses the BBC Licence Fee Non-Payment Decriminalisation for Over-75s Bill.

Action requested

The bill proposes to decriminalise non-payment of the BBC licence fee for individuals over the age of 75. It is set for a second reading on Friday, 6 May.

Key facts

  • The BBC Licence Fee Non-Payment Decriminalisation for Over-75s Bill.
  • To be read a Second time on Friday 6 May.
▸ Assessment & feedback
Summary accuracy