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Is it time to update the TV Licence? 

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13.05 16 Jul 2021


Is it time to update the TV Licence? 


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13.05 16 Jul 2021


Fine Gael are pushing for the TV licence to be replaced with a new public service media charge.   

Under this the fee of €160 would be collected through other taxes, such as the local property tax, commercial rates or VAT.   

Is it time to update the TV licence? 

Andrea hears from callers to get their reaction....

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