TV Licence Fee Increase 2024: New Prices Revealed
The BBC TV licence fee is set to increase from April 2024. Here's the complete breakdown of the new costs, payment plan options, and what it means for households across the UK.
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BBC's Gethin Jones Off Air After Medical Emergency
BBC Morning Live viewers were left concerned as popular presenter Gethin Jones was unexpectedly absent from the show due to a sudden medical emergency, with co-host Helen Skelton providing an on-air explanation.
Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
BBC axes period drama from iPlayer, shocking fans
The BBC has unexpectedly removed its acclaimed period drama 'The Way We Live Now' from iPlayer, sparking a major backlash from viewers. Discover why the Anthony Trollope adaptation was pulled and where you might still be able to stream it.
BBC axes Destination X, winner's prize revoked
Judith, the triumphant winner of the BBC's ambitious travel show Destination X, has had her £10,000 prize trip revoked as the corporation makes the shocking decision to cancel the series entirely, leaving fans and the champion devastated.
Rylan Clark Reveals BBC Radio 2 Ban After Rob Beckett Joke
TV presenter Rylan Clark discloses he was unexpectedly barred from appearing on BBC Radio 2, following a controversial on-air joke made by Rob Beckett. The incident reveals the behind-the-scenes tensions at the national broadcaster.
Colman & Cumberbatch Lead BBC's 'Roses' Drama
Award-winning actors Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch to headline BBC's lavish adaptation of Simon Woods' 'Roses', a gripping family saga set in 1980s England.
BBC Breakfast Axed: Fans Furious Over Election Shake-Up
BBC Breakfast fans were left furious and 'heartbroken' after the popular morning show was unexpectedly pulled from the airwaves for live general election coverage, disrupting millions of viewers' daily routines.
NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
UK Pharmacy Crisis: 1 in 3 Remortgage Homes
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly a third of UK pharmacy owners have remortgaged their homes to keep businesses running amid funding crisis and rising costs.
Repair Shop's Chris Shaw Reveals On-Set Injury That Halted Filming
BBC's The Repair Shop metal expert Chris Shaw shares a terrifying on-set accident that left him with severe burns and nearly cost him his eyesight, forcing production to halt.
Jon Kay's emotional BBC farewell to Carol Kirkwood
BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay was left emotional as he bid a touching on-air goodbye to popular weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, who is leaving the show for a new chapter.
BBC's 'This Town' slammed over 'unwatchable' Brummie accents
The BBC's new drama 'This Town' is under fire from furious viewers who have branded the show 'unwatchable' due to its 'atrocious' and 'cringe' attempts at the Birmingham accent, with many switching off just minutes into the first episode.
Stacey Dooley's staggering BBC pay packet revealed
Documentary maker Stacey Dooley has disclosed her substantial BBC earnings for the first time, offering a rare glimpse into the finances of a top-tier factual television presenter in the UK.
BBC's 'The Revenge' Period Drama Captivates Viewers
BBC's newest period drama, 'The Revenge', has viewers utterly enthralled with its intoxicating blend of high-society glamour, simmering tension, and a scandalous plot of betrayal and retribution in 1930s high society.
NHS spends £6.9m on spin doctors during GP crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
BBC Star & Olympian Vanish in On-Air Mystery
A prominent BBC sports presenter and celebrated Olympian has abruptly vanished from scheduled programming, sparking concern and intense speculation amongst colleagues and fans alike.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor's BBC Radio 2 Show Axed
Pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor announces her departure from BBC Radio 2, confirming her Sunday show will not return amid the station's ongoing schedule restructuring.
Lineker & Cates Lead BBC Boycott Over Presenter Suspension
BBC's flagship football programming descends into chaos as Gary Lineker, Kelly Cates, and a host of top presenters withdraw from broadcasts in a dramatic stand against the corporation's suspension of a key Match of the Day host, leaving schedules in disar
How To Stream Every BBC Drama Online
Discover how to unlock the BBC's vast archive of award-winning dramas, from recent hits to timeless classics, all available to stream online. Your next binge-watch starts here.
Trump Threatens University Funding Over Campus Protests
The Trump administration threatens to slash federal funding from US universities that fail to curb anti-government protests, sparking a fierce debate over free speech and academic independence.
Notting Hill Carnival faces £625k policing funding crisis
London's world-renowned Notting Hill Carnival faces an unprecedented funding crisis as organisers reveal a critical £625,000 shortfall for essential policing and security measures, threatening the future of Europe's largest street festival.
BBC Anti-Semitism Row Over Glastonbury Broadcast
The BBC confronts major controversy as its Glastonbury coverage draws accusations of anti-Semitism following inflammatory remarks about Israel from punk duo Bob Vylan during their live set.
Brian Cox: UK Science Cuts a 'Catastrophic Failure'
Renowned physicist Brian Cox delivers a scathing critique of the UK government's science funding, warning of a 'catastrophic failure of ambition' that threatens to dismantle Britain's world-leading research reputation.
BBC Breakfast viewers revolt over 'unbearable' hosts
BBC Breakfast faces a viewer backlash as fans threaten to switch off over 'unbearable' presenting style, criticising the show's overly cheerful and scripted banter.
Jenna Coleman Stars in BBC's Gripping New Crime Thriller 'The Jetty'
Dive into the murky waters of a lakeside community with Jenna Coleman's detective in BBC's 'The Jetty'. This explosive new four-part thriller explores a web of arson, murder, and forbidden romance, questioning who can truly be trusted.
BBC faces legal challenge over research funding
The BBC is under scrutiny as a legal challenge questions the transparency of its research funding practices, sparking debate over public service accountability.
BBC Scotland criticised over cancer treatment delays
BBC Scotland is under fire after reports suggest delays in cancer treatments due to staffing shortages and funding cuts, sparking public outcry.
UK universities face funding crisis - Oxford and Imperial at risk
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
BBC Breakfast pulled off air mid-show – technical fault blamed
BBC Breakfast was abruptly pulled off air during a live broadcast, leaving viewers confused and sparking a flurry of reactions online. Find out what happened and how the BBC responded.
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