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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Millions of Brits unlock three new TV channels in huge ‘June update' for popular free telly service including ‘ITV Quiz'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MILLIONS of Brits are getting access to three news channels in a big June update of a major TV service. Freeview watchers can enjoy the new channels as the changes start to roll out. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Some devices will return automatically, but others will need to be done manually Credit: Getty Starting from this week, viewers will be able to tune into the following channels. ITV Quiz, a fresh channel dedicated to quizzes, will be replacing the now defunct ITVBe. It will broadcast a range of quiz shows between 9am to 1am. This will include popular shows such as Tipping Point, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, Lingo, Tenable, and Deal or No Deal. It can be found on Freeview Channel 28. OUTflix Proud, which will be on Hybrid Freeview Channel 288, will show LGBTQ+ original series from the OUTtv streaming platform. According to Cord Busters, Brad Danks, CEO of OUTtv, said the launch is "a major step forward in our mission to make LGBTQ+ stories more accessible to viewers around the world". Shopping channel Must Have Ideas, which is also available on Freesat and Sky, will soon make its way onto Freeview too. It will be found on Freeview Channel 96 when it starts broadcasting. Freeview watchers looking to enjoy the new channels should check to see if their TVs need to be retuned. Kay Burley joins This Morning in TV return after departure from Sky News Some devices will return automatically, but others will need to be done manually - so it's worth checking to see if your TV is one of them. Channel names and numbers will not be correct or up to date on a TV that has not been properly returned. But anyone looking to make sure their tech is up to date should also take note of the latest iPhone news. Apple fans across the world are due to get the free iOS 26 upgrade later this year, giving their iPhones bonus features at no extra cost. Phones as old as the iPhone 11 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) will be able to get iOS 26. But you won't if you've got an iPhone XR, iPhone XS, or iPhone XS Max. Anything older than that won't be eligible for the upgrade either.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Millions of Brits unlock three new TV channels in huge ‘June update' for popular free telly service including ‘ITV Quiz'
MILLIONS of Brits are getting access to three news channels in a big June update of a major TV service. Freeview watchers can enjoy the new channels as the changes start to roll out. Advertisement 1 Some devices will return automatically, but others will need to be done manually Credit: Getty Starting from this week, ITV Quiz, a fresh channel dedicated to quizzes, will be replacing the now defunct ITVBe. It will broadcast a This will include popular shows such as Tipping Point, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire , Lingo, Tenable , and Deal or No Deal. Advertisement read more in tech It can OUTflix Proud, which will be on Hybrid Freeview Channel 288, will show LGBTQ+ original series from the OUTtv streaming platform. According to Cord Busters, Brad Danks, CEO of OUTtv, said the launch is "a major step forward in our mission to make LGBTQ+ stories more accessible to viewers around the world". Shopping channel Must Have Ideas, which is also available on Freesat and Sky , will soon make its way onto Freeview too. Advertisement Most read in Tech It will be found on Freeview Channel 96 when it starts broadcasting. Freeview watchers looking to enjoy the new channels should check to see if their TVs need to be retuned. Kay Burley joins This Morning in TV return after departure from Sky News Some devices will return automatically, but others will need to be done manually - so it's worth checking to see if your TV is one of them. Channel names and numbers will not be correct or up to date on a TV that has not been properly returned. Advertisement But anyone looking to news . Apple fans across the world are due to get the free iOS 26 upgrade later this year, giving their iPhones bonus features at no extra cost. Phones as old as the iPhone 11 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) will be able to get iOS 26. But you won't if you've got an iPhone XR, iPhone XS, or iPhone XS Max. Advertisement Anything older than that won't be eligible for the upgrade either.
Powys County Times
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Disney+ viewers risk £1,000 BBC TV Licence fine amid new deal
Millions of Disney+ viewers are being warned they risk fines of up to £1,000 if they watch new content being added later this year. Usually, if you are watching streaming services like Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime you do not require a TV licence. However, household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. Disney+ viewers risk £1,000 fine for watching live content Disney+ announced last month it had won the broadcasting rights to the UEFA Women's Champions League until 2030. This new deal will allow fans to watch every match live "at no extra cost". Powerful, fearless, determined and unstoppable 🏆 The UEFA Women's Champions League is coming to Disney+ #UWCL || @DisneyPlusUK — UEFA Women's Champions League (@UWCL) May 23, 2025 However, those hoping to watch the UEFA Women's Champions League on Disney+ will need to be careful of TV Licensing rules. The BBC confirmed to Cord Busters last year that viewers will need to purchase a TV Licence if they are to watch live events on streaming platforms. If viewers are caught watching live content without a TV licence, they could be fined up to £1,000. The majority of Disney+ content remains exempt from the TV Licence fee, as long as it is not being broadcast live. These are the occasions when you do not need a TV Licence. Do I need a TV Licence? You do not need a TV Licence to watch: Streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ On-demand TV through services like All 4 and Amazon Prime Video Videos on websites like YouTube Videos or DVDs You do need a TV Licence if you: Watch or record live TV on any channel or service Use BBC iPlayer TV Licence explained Are you eligible for a free TV Licence? For those aged 75 or over who are in receipt of Pension Credit, the TV Licence can be obtained for free rather than costing £174.50. Guidance provided by TV Licensing says: 'Free TV Licences are only available if you're 75 or over and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit. 'If you think you're eligible for a free licence but can't apply online, please call 0300 790 6117* and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form (our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday). 'Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process. If there are any problems we'll write to let you know. We may also call you if you have given us your phone number. 'There are separate arrangements in place for over 75s on the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.' @uktoday_ You could be eligible for a TV Licence refund. Find out how. 📺 #uknews #tvlicence #tvlicencefee #uknewsheadlines ♬ original sound - UKToday 🇬🇧 Newsquest How to get a refund on your TV Licence Even if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a free TV Licence you may be able to get some money back on yours, so long as it is no longer needed. If you have already purchased a TV licence but do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer, you could be entitled to a refund worth £174.50. Households across the UK can apply for a refund if you won't need your licence again before it expires, and you have at least one complete month left, or the licence fee for you expired less than two years ago. You can apply for a refund on the TV Licensing website (a link to which can be found above).
South Wales Guardian
29-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Netflix viewers £1,000 BBC TV Licence fine risk this weekend
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you do not use BBC iPlayer, watch or record live television then you do not need a TV Licence. Typically, this has meant that those who solely watch television through Netflix or other streaming platforms do not need a TV Licence. However, with Netflix now branching into showing live content, such as the upcoming Tudum Live event this weekend, that could now change. As the event will be live streamed by Netflix, UK viewers wishing to watch will require a TV Licence to do so legally. The BBC confirmed to Cord Busters last year that viewers will need to purchase a TV Licence if they are to watch live events on Netflix. The majority of Netflix's content remains exempt from the TV Licence fee, as long as it is not being broadcast live. These are the occasions where you do not need a TV Licence. You do not need a TV Licence to watch: You do need a TV Licence if you: For those of us aged 75 or over who are in receipt of Pension Credit, the TV Licence can be obtained for free rather than costing £174.50. Guidance from TV Licensing says: 'Free TV Licences are only available if you're 75 or over and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit. 'If you think you're eligible for a free licence but can't apply online, please call 0300 790 6117* and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form (our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday). 'Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process. If there are any problems we'll write to let you know. We may also call you if you have given us your phone number. 'There are separate arrangements in place for over 75s on the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.' Even if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a free TV Licence you may be able to get some money back on yours, so long as it is no longer needed. If you have already purchased a TV licence but do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer, you could be entitled to a refund worth £174.50. Households across the UK can apply for a refund if you won't need your licence again before it expires, and you have at least one complete month left on it or the licence fee for you expired less than two years ago. You can apply for a refund online here. The amount you will be due in a refund will be worked out by TV Licensing, the organisation that issues TV licences. They explain how they work out the amount you will be due here: 'Any refund due is calculated in unused months. You must have at least one complete month left on your licence that you won't need before it expires. 'So, you could get a refund for between one and 11 months, depending on how long you have left on your licence. 'You won't be eligible for a refund if there is less than one month between the cancellation date and the expiry date.
South Wales Argus
27-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Netflix viewers £1,000 BBC TV Licence fine risk this weekend
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you do not use BBC iPlayer, watch or record live television then you do not need a TV Licence. Typically, this has meant that those who solely watch television through Netflix or other streaming platforms do not need a TV Licence. However, with Netflix now branching into showing live content, such as the upcoming Tudum Live event this weekend, that could now change. As the event will be live streamed by Netflix, UK viewers wishing to watch will require a TV Licence to do so legally. The BBC confirmed to Cord Busters last year that viewers will need to purchase a TV Licence if they are to watch live events on Netflix. The majority of Netflix's content remains exempt from the TV Licence fee, as long as it is not being broadcast live. These are the occasions where you do not need a TV Licence. Do I need a TV Licence? You do not need a TV Licence to watch: streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus on-demand TV through services like All 4 and Amazon Prime Video videos on websites like YouTube videos or DVDs You do need a TV Licence if you: watch or record live TV on any channel or service use BBC iPlayer Are you eligible for a free TV Licence? For those of us aged 75 or over who are in receipt of Pension Credit, the TV Licence can be obtained for free rather than costing £174.50. Guidance from TV Licensing says: 'Free TV Licences are only available if you're 75 or over and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit. 'If you think you're eligible for a free licence but can't apply online, please call 0300 790 6117* and speak to one of our advisors to request an application form (our lines are open between 8.30am and 6.30pm, from Monday to Friday). 'Once we've received your application it may take a few weeks to process. If there are any problems we'll write to let you know. We may also call you if you have given us your phone number. 'There are separate arrangements in place for over 75s on the Isle of Man, the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.' How to get a refund on your TV Licence Even if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a free TV Licence you may be able to get some money back on yours, so long as it is no longer needed. If you have already purchased a TV licence but do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer, you could be entitled to a refund worth £174.50. Households across the UK can apply for a refund if you won't need your licence again before it expires, and you have at least one complete month left on it or the licence fee for you expired less than two years ago. You can apply for a refund online here. The amount you will be due in a refund will be worked out by TV Licensing, the organisation that issues TV licences. They explain how they work out the amount you will be due here: 'Any refund due is calculated in unused months. You must have at least one complete month left on your licence that you won't need before it expires. 'So, you could get a refund for between one and 11 months, depending on how long you have left on your licence. 'You won't be eligible for a refund if there is less than one month between the cancellation date and the expiry date.
