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**Chris** · 02-03-2005, 13:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by scastle

According to the TV licencing company, you do not need a licence if you do not wath or record TV (so if you are only using the TV to watch DVDs, pre-recorded videos or a games console you don't need a licence). You do need to notify them in writing. however. (http://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/gethelp/faqs.jsp#link1)
, but you do need a licence if you are planning to record any television (terrestrial or satellite/cable) http://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/gethelp/faqs.jsp#link2

I think TV Licencing is being a little disingenuous here. I do not believe there is any legal obligation for you to confirm in writing to them if you don't require a TV licence. I think it more likely that they want you to do this because it makes it easier for them to keep tabs on who doesn't have a licence.

Note the difference in language between FAQ1 and 2 ... in 2, they start quoting legislation to make clear your obligation. They don't do that at 1. I believe the reason they don't is that there is no such legislation.