[Escapee]

I had a visit from TVL last week, he didn't seem to have a problem that I wouldn't let him into my premises. I explained that due to work and spending time at my partners I am rarely at the premises, I also explained that I am not interested in the vast majority of programming material on live TV. He asked if I had a TV, I explained that I do but I have no satellite receiver nor do I have any antenna connection to the TV. I also pointed to the TV antennas that I have recently removed from the chimney.

I commented that I'm sure he doesn't believe me because 90% who say they don't watch live TV are probably liars, I was surprised when he said that he thought it was nowhere near that figure these days and that it is more common amongst householders where there are no children present. He didn't ask me to sign anything (probably knew I would refuse) and said I would be taken off the system. He couldn't promise that I wouldn't get anyone else visit or pester, but as far as he was concerned I was not watching live TV.

I did laugh as I commented on the threatening letters I have received from TVL telling me I was going to be interviewed under caution, and I told him that if I didn't want the conversation we were having it wouldn't be taking place.

He seemed quite laid back to be honest, but I guess as soon as he realised that either I was genuine or perhaps there was no sale in it for him he was keen to get away. I guess they may come looking again but at the end of the day they are salesman, if there's not much chance of selling their product why would they waste any more time. If they send an arrogant pushy one I will deal with them accordingly.