The culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has declared the BBC’s licence fee “unenforceable” and stated that “no options are off the table” as the government prepares to review the corporation’s funding model later this year. She noted that there are “problems” with the annual fee, currently at £174.50, as fewer people are paying it. The BBC’s charter, which outlines the terms of the licence fee and expires in 2027, is also under review, with a BBC spokeswoman expressing eagerness to engage with the government to ensure the broadcaster’s long-term future.
