BBC plan for means-tested TV licence for over-75s slammed by campaigners

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Charities join Labour in hitting back at plan to limit free TV licences to over-75s who received pension credit, which is gaining traction

The Tories vowed at the 2017 election to keep the perk enjoyed by 4.5million households.

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I realy wish we didnt have 2 pay 4 the bbc cause all they put on is crap

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