From November 1, people over the age of 75 will qualify for a concessionary TV licence covering their normal place of residence, even if they live there with younger relatives.
Anyone who is aged 75 or over, or will be 75 in the next 12 months, should apply now to TV Licensing, Bristol BS98 1TL, quoting their National Insurance number.
Pensioners, younger relatives and carers should band together to ensure the greatest use is made of this long-overdue concession.
Further down the line, application forms for the concession will be sent out routinely with licence renewal reminders.
-Thomas Craig, Eccleshill, Bradford, Yorks
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