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Unaffordable TV

TheCatWoman

I've asked AI how much it would cost to have all the common streaming channels and the answer is £120 per month minimum, that dosent' include Sky, the licence fee or any sporting channels which would add another £30-50 a month.

Given how much rubbish there is on terrestial channels, especially now with all the football and the knock on effects of how much less funding there will be for other programing, is this a hidden part of the cost of living?

I don't have any of the streaming channels or Sky and signing up to them would make a serious dent in my finances, how do people afford them and are they worth it? DO you only really use them for one big series each like GoT?

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  • I understand some UK banks and card companies may include a streaming service, when you register for their product. Keep in mind, that depends if you are going to be using their perks and rewards. Not to mention they may have a time limit.

    Some YouTube channels like "ITV News in Full", have their full 30 minute broadcasts from different regions available to watch after broadcast.

    The cheapest option for a TV, would be to use a PC monitor with a streaming stick (e.g. Google Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick or even create your own personal custom server.

    According to GOV UK, the TV licence is ONLY for BBC iPlayer and live broadcasts. On demand and catch up services DO NOT require one.

    GO UK - TV Licence: https://www.gov.uk/find-licences/tv-licence 

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  • I understand some UK banks and card companies may include a streaming service, when you register for their product. Keep in mind, that depends if you are going to be using their perks and rewards. Not to mention they may have a time limit.

    Some YouTube channels like "ITV News in Full", have their full 30 minute broadcasts from different regions available to watch after broadcast.

    The cheapest option for a TV, would be to use a PC monitor with a streaming stick (e.g. Google Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick or even create your own personal custom server.

    According to GOV UK, the TV licence is ONLY for BBC iPlayer and live broadcasts. On demand and catch up services DO NOT require one.

    GO UK - TV Licence: https://www.gov.uk/find-licences/tv-licence 

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