TV Licence article Discussion

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Interesting development going on between the BBC and YouTube, which seemingly gives an insight into the future of the TV licence. According to the BBC news website:

“The BBC has announced a landmark deal with YouTube, which will see the corporation make content that is tailor-made for the video streaming service.

The broadcaster has previously used YouTube, which is owned by Google, to promote clips and trailers for its own shows in the UK.

But the new move will see the BBC make content primarily aimed at YouTube's digital-native younger audience, although it may also be made available on the BBC's iPlayer and Sounds platforms.

The new programmes will feature adverts when viewed from outside the UK, generating extra funds for the corporation at a time when its future funding model is being debated.”

One has to wonder why adverts will not feature on content viewed inside the UK, it certainly isn’t out of the BBC’s generosity! I predict one of two outcomes will occur: legislative change will shortly follow the implementation of the BBC/YouTube deal or TVL will make ultra vires demands for payment of the licence fee.