The Communications Act 2003 states “A television receiver must not be installed or used unless the installation and use of the receiver is authorised by a licence under this Part.” So far, the BBC is solely responsible for collecting licence fees.

I've learned that a large portion of the licencing fee goes to the BBC. I thought this unfair; I watch very little BBC content. I believe the process is out-dated: the BBC has the legal monopoly to collect huge amounts of money through TV Licencing - however today, they provide just a small percentage of the live TV services that are available. We urge the Government to amend the Communications Act 2003 so that any TV provider can issue a TV licence.