tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post3464941393551767759..comments2024-03-15T09:20:18.844+00:00Comments on TV Licensing: TV Licensing Rights of AccessUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger180125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-8517601783807224482021-02-04T18:43:56.247+00:002021-02-04T18:43:56.247+00:00If you actually use the iPad to watch TV programme...If you actually use the iPad to watch TV programmes on any channel, or BBC iPlayer on-demand, then legally the property you are using it in needs to be covered by a valid TV licence. That is the case even if someone else owns the device you are using and that person (or entity) has their own TV licence.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07732399111583086465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-80192875901616509492021-02-04T17:47:17.338+00:002021-02-04T17:47:17.338+00:00Hello, does an iPad, with the facility to watch on...Hello, does an iPad, with the facility to watch on demand services (including BBC i-player) require a licence? <br />If so, and the iPad actually belongs to my employer, and they have a licence (which covers their television at work), what are the rules regarding me using the iPad for on demand tv at locations other than my place of work?<br />Many thanks in anticipation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-31123732865183950242018-08-07T18:51:42.623+01:002018-08-07T18:51:42.623+01:00If you only ever watch pre-recorded media then you...If you only ever watch pre-recorded media then you do not legally require a TV licence.<br />Please see our Quick Guide for more information: <a href="http://tv-licensing.blogspot.com/p/quick-guide.html" rel="nofollow">http://tv-licensing.blogspot.com/p/quick-guide.html</a>Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07732399111583086465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-86046183986389901752018-08-07T13:57:16.088+01:002018-08-07T13:57:16.088+01:00Hi,
I have a tv but never watch it I always watc...Hi,<br /><br /> I have a tv but never watch it I always watch only my dvd's blu-rays, Netflix or Amazon Prime, I had a visit from a BBC goon last year I did not let him in but told him about my set up he said ok & he may return in two years just to check! So does this mean I'm exempt?<br /><br /> Your friend.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-81457869231710308892018-06-11T09:46:54.329+01:002018-06-11T09:46:54.329+01:00Hi There,
Thank you for making this blog, it is a...Hi There,<br /><br />Thank you for making this blog, it is amazing!<br />I was just wondering, if people can use the GDPR act and tell TV-License people to fob off.<br />By Law, as per GDPR you have a right to be forgotten. Which means you can ask them and they have to comply and show compliance.<br /><br />Data here means Personally Identifiable Data. Name / Address / Telephone / Email / Age / Sex.<br /><br />The GDPR provides the following rights for individuals:<br />The right to be informed.<br />The right of access.<br />The right to rectification.<br />The right to erasure.<br />The right to restrict processing.<br />The right to data portability.<br />The right to object.<br />Rights in relation to automated decision making and profiling.<br /><br />Even if there are say 10,000 Such requests, they will have to provide so much paperwork and spend so much money in stamps to mail a copy for that data that they will soon be bankrupt! (hopefully)<br /><br />https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr/individual-rights/ <br /><br />So people, please go ahead and have fun, and kick start the beginning of the end of this Mafia.<br /><br />Remember the TV-License Mafia & BBC needs to comply with GDPR and i did not find any compliance data on their website, so pretty sure they are not ready.<br /><br />Remember : There will be two levels of fines based on the GDPR. The first is up to €10 million or 2% of the company’s global annual turnover of the previous financial year, whichever is higher. The second is up to €20 million or 4% of the company’s global annual turnover of the previous financial year, whichever is higher. The potential fines are substantial and a good reason for companies to ensure compliance with the Regulation.<br /><br />https://www.gdpr.associates/data-breach-penalties/<br /><br />Having just achieved GDPR compliance for our company i know who serious this is, so make the most of it folks. if there are back to back GDPR breaches TVLA & BBC will be hemorrhaging fine money! <br /><br />Request the Blog Owner to make an article on this, and some visitors with some time and a bit of patience to drag these buggers to court.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-79402895033102392082018-04-07T04:02:44.812+01:002018-04-07T04:02:44.812+01:00Hi,
Thanks for the information on this site. Like...Hi,<br /><br />Thanks for the information on this site. Like another poster, I was disappointed that Citizens' Advice had so little knowledge of this widespread problem.<br /><br />I have only ever had a TV license for one year, 9 years ago, and have never bought a television. I haven't needed a license since 2009 because I have not owned/watched TV, streamed anything live or used BBC iPlayer since September 2016. I have (angrily) complied with the TVL's increasingly frequent and threatening demands for me to declare my innocence, most recently in January when I verbalised my resentment of this harassment over the phone.<br /><br />In February I received a letter telling me TVL have opened an investigation, as if my telephone confirmation had not taken place. I ignored this letter. Today I received another one telling me they are going to visit me.<br /><br />To explain my circumstances, I am a young, single woman living and working alone from my home as a self-employed tutor. I see students of all ages including young children (sometimes with their parents) at various times each weekday. I also suffer from depression and anxiety (which is particularly bad at the moment), and I rarely answer the door to unexpected callers (I have a sign in the window saying 'lessons in progress').<br /><br />I am terrified that the TVL people will show up when I am teaching (in the front room, visible from the street) and/or with a parent. It's partly my fear of confrontation per se, but it would also be professionally really embarrassing. I have worried about this on a daily basis for some time now, and more so now they appear to be ramping things up.<br /><br />If they get a search warrant it will look to my clients (who often wait outside in their cars) as if I'm being done for something serious. Even having the heavies visit me for suspected license evasion (however erroneous) would look really bad. I also feel anxious about having a stranger go through my house with me here alone (which I always am). I feel I can't cope with this ongoing situation, especially as I know it will just go on and on whether I respond or not.<br /><br />So although I agree with the principle of not responding, and I'm heartily sick of having to think about a product and organisation that have no meaning in my life (except this very negative one), I'm feeling really vulnerable here. Any advice for me on this? Many thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-45622110994551734472018-01-23T07:37:45.374+00:002018-01-23T07:37:45.374+00:00Thanks for that!! Some things to think about and c...Thanks for that!! Some things to think about and certainly, not letting anyone in unless you have to seems sensible when you put it like that and that's good to know re: no legal requirement for retailers to pass on details. Still, paying cash couldn't hurt :D<br /><br />One thing I did do last night was used Parental Control supplied by Virgin Media to block bbc.co.uk to my house so should someone with a warrant enter I'd immediately show them that there's no way of watching iPlayer and no way of watching live tv without plugging something in that I don't have or re-enabling the website.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-7259459078844384172018-01-22T19:54:02.578+00:002018-01-22T19:54:02.578+00:00Hello Anon and thanks for your comment.
Addressin...Hello Anon and thanks for your comment.<br /><br />Addressing each question in turn:<br /><br />If we buy a new TV from a high street retailer will they inform TV licensing (I understand they used to)?<br /><br /><b>They shouldn't, as there is no longer any legal requirement to do so.</b><br /><br />If I never tune the TV would that be a fair defence should charges be brought?<br /><br /><b>That indeed would be a defence, however, you do not want to end up in the situation where that defence has to be tested. Keep TV Licensing out.</b><br /><br />Likewise, do all new Smart TVs require a BBC login to use iPlayer?<br />- If so presumably not being signed in is an equally fair defence?<br />- If not and the network lead is connected is there any other defence I can use (other than to tell the truth which is we never watch iPlayer)?<br /><br /><b>I really don't know the answer to this.</b><br /><br />Would it be wise to get a family member with a TV License to purchase the TV?<br /><br /><b>It shouldn't make any difference, given that dealers no longer report sales to TV Licensing.</b><br /><br />Are there any non-iPlayer / non-TV monitors that you would recommend (or even exist) instead of an actual TV?<br /><br /><b>I do not know of any, but don't claim to be an expert on the equipment side of things. It is perfectly okay to use a normal TV set as a monitor, but it is sensible to take the precaution of disconnecting the aerial lead.</b><br /><br />Finally, is there any sense, if TV Licensing Goons call, in letting them in and showing them my setup? I would film the whole lot but it would seem to nip any charges and search warrants in the bud..<br /><br /><b>Personally, I would never allow them voluntary access. As a legitimate non-viewer you do not need to prove anything to TV Licensing or jump through its hoops. The best option is to ignore TV Licensing entirely and tell it nothing. Even friendly TV Licensing goons have the ability to stick the occupier in the back. Ultimately it's your decision whether you do/do not allow them access.</b>Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07732399111583086465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-26644243441835350372018-01-22T15:22:08.971+00:002018-01-22T15:22:08.971+00:00Apologies if this question has been asked before;
...Apologies if this question has been asked before;<br /><br />We have a couple of old televisions none of which are used to watch live TV or iPlayer.<br /><br />We also have a Netflix branded BluRay player that we watch DVDs and Netflix on.<br /><br />The BluRay was capable of showing iPlayer by going through the menus but that was pre-sign in. We've not looked at/selected it since and don't know if it would demand a sign in (which if we weren't logged in would be useful).<br /><br />We have an antenna on the roof which used to plug into an active booster/splitter. That's been disconnected and switched off although is still in situ in the loft. <br /><br />Likewise the TV is not physically plugged in to the RF socket on the wall downstairs.<br /><br />Our main TV died yesterday so it looks like we'll need to buy a new one.<br /><br />Few questions;<br /><br />If we buy a new TV from a high street retailer will they inform TV licensing (I understand they used to)?<br /><br />If I never tune the TV would that be a fair defence should charges be brought?<br /><br />Likewise, do all new Smart TVs require a BBC login to use iPlayer?<br /> - If so presumably not being signed in is an equally fair defence?<br /> - If not and the network lead is connected is there any other defence I can use (other than to tell the truth which is we never watch iPlayer)?<br /><br />Would it be wise to get a family member with a TV License to purchase the TV?<br /><br />Are there any non-iPlayer / non-TV monitors that you would recommend (or even exist) instead of an actual TV?<br /><br />Finally, is there any sense, if TV Licensing Goons call, in letting them in and showing them my setup? I would film the whole lot but it would seem to nip any charges and search warrants in the bud..<br /><br />Would be very interested and grateful in any answers or comments as this seems like a minefield for someone who doesn't watch live tv or BBC iPlayer and just wants to be left alone!! :D<br /><br />Cheers!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-73238312918941436472017-12-15T19:32:00.909+00:002017-12-15T19:32:00.909+00:00Thanks for your comment Anon. Your situation is ve...Thanks for your comment Anon. Your situation is very typical.<br />The current Government - just like those before and those to follow - has no interest whatsoever in overturning TV Licensing laws.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12702203117069680585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-29330094395829337782017-12-14T19:05:07.559+00:002017-12-14T19:05:07.559+00:00I recently cancelled my TV licence, and on the web...I recently cancelled my TV licence, and on the website it says I could request a refund. So I specified a refund to New Year 2016 (I applied for the refund in early November 2017) and I included evidence - utilities bills of that period to confirm my residence. So I did not receive a reply from the customer service department as to whether or not to grant the refund. So after six weeks of silence, I rang them and asked why my refund had not been processed. They said it was because I did not specifically state that I did not watch 'streamed tv' (I watch dvds and box-sets on Now TV only). <br /><br />So I wrote them a letter of formal complaint asking them why they had a customer service department when they did not actually perform that role (according to my refund letter) in addition to again requesting a refund. The refund was only granted to three months refund and not back dated any further, and the formal complaint was not responded to. <br /><br />Consequently, one week after being offered the refund, I get my first threatening letter advising 'dear occupier, we will start our investigation on the 27th December.'<br /> <br />Do we know what is being done to overturn tv licencing laws?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-58107640514757953172017-11-16T21:27:13.995+00:002017-11-16T21:27:13.995+00:00Technically speaking, if you're only using a T...Technically speaking, if you're only using a TV set to listen to radio stations and never "live" broadcast TV programmes (or BBC iPlayer on-demand) then you do not legally need a TV licence. Please see here for more info: <a href="http://tv-licensing.blogspot.co.uk/2012/09/using-digital-tv-for-radio-only-no.html" rel="nofollow">http://tv-licensing.blogspot.co.uk/2012/09/using-digital-tv-for-radio-only-no.html</a><br />Even though you're within the law, I would exercise extreme caution if you go down that route. The average TV Licensing goon will not understand this particular aspect of the legislation. If ever challenged by TV Licensing you would have to be very clear about your radio-only circumstances, otherwise they probably would attempt to prosecute.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07732399111583086465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-7025285517206863592017-11-16T12:29:51.374+00:002017-11-16T12:29:51.374+00:00I looked after my Dad for years until he passed aw...I looked after my Dad for years until he passed away in February. Because he liked TV and live sports I had a license and a subscription to Sky. After he passed I cancelled the Sky package and bought a Freesat box thinking I might actually watch some live TV. It turns out I don't so I've let the TV license lapse.<br /><br />In addition to the Freesat box I have 2 TV sets and a media centre running Kodi that I rip all my DVDs/CDs to.<br /><br />The Sat box is still connected and I use it mainly to listen to radio. It also has apps for Netflix and Amazon that I'll occasionally use. Similarly, the downstairs TV tuner is permanently on a radio station (although I seldom use the TV for radio) but do use it for Kodi/Amazon/Netflix. The second TV is in the bedroom, again tuned to the radio and I listen to this in the mornings. I also use it to view/listen to the media I have on Kodi.<br /><br />Do I have to get a license? <br />TerrySnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-18601290802422916272017-11-14T20:38:57.174+00:002017-11-14T20:38:57.174+00:00Thank you, I didn't expect such a prompt respo...Thank you, I didn't expect such a prompt response; it's very helpful. I am currently building up my nerve and will probably cancel my licence this weekend on the TVL website. :-) Thanks again, I really appreciate it.Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-69842894244871112642017-11-14T18:50:44.394+00:002017-11-14T18:50:44.394+00:00Hello again Steve.
Your questions revolve very hea...Hello again Steve.<br />Your questions revolve very heavily around search warrants. These are incredibly rare and you really shouldn't be too concerned about them. If you search our blog you will find much more on the issue of warrants. <a href="http://tv-licensing.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/tv-licensing-search-warrants-prevention.html" rel="nofollow">This post</a> may be of particular interest. <br />Turning to each of your questions in turn:<br /><br />1. Suppose TV Licensing (hypothetically) tried to execute a warrant when you were overseas, all that would happen is that they'd see there was no response and they would leave with the intention of executing the warrant some other time. The warrant technically allows forced entry, but it is TV Licensing policy not to exercise that option. In England and Wales a warrant is valid for one entry within one calendar month. If they were unable to achieve that they would either abandon the warrant entirely or have to seek a fresh warrant. Even if they did (hypothetically) manage to enter the property in your absence, they would not be able to obtain any evidence of TV licence evasion against you. They can only do that if you are present in the property.<br /><br />2. If you were overseas then you would not be compelled to return. You would simply get in touch with the court, explain the circumstances and a new hearing date would be set.<br /><br />3. You can't be guilty of obstructing a warrant you don't know about, so if they only announced their presence by knocking at the door then you could reasonably say "I didn't know it was them and I always ignore unsolicited callers at the door". That defence obviously wouldn't hold so well if they were shouting through the letterbox and you were within earshot. It is TV Licensing policy to normally warn the occupier of an unlicensed property if a warrant is being considered, however, they don't always do that.<br /><br />4. You are under no legal obligation to modify your equipment in any way at all. Disconnecting all external aerial leads is a prudent precaution, but even that is not necessary. All that matters is that you are not actually receiving TV programmes (or iPlayer on-demand) without a valid TV licence.<br /><br />Hope that all helps.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12702203117069680585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-80106760182412207152017-11-14T07:16:43.821+00:002017-11-14T07:16:43.821+00:00Hello Steve and thanks for your comment. I am not ...Hello Steve and thanks for your comment. I am not in a position to reply in detail at the moment, but if you check back late this evening I will have done.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07732399111583086465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-5749384922451819342017-11-13T21:22:42.591+00:002017-11-13T21:22:42.591+00:00Thanks very much for this site. I've been cons...Thanks very much for this site. I've been considering cancelling my TV licence for years - I simply do not watch TV at all (just the odd DVD) but have been scared of the consequences. Frankly, I still am (even more so having read your site, actually), but I am considering going for it anyway as I resent paying the money every month for nothing.<br /><br />I have a few questions, if you don't mind answering - apologies if these are answered elsewhere on the site, I have read quite a lot of it but not all.<br /><br />1) I am sometimes out of the country for months at a time. What would happen if TV Licensing did visit my premises with a search warrant while I was out of the country? My post would be forwarded to a family member who would notify me of it via e-mail, but I assume they don't write to arrange a date for the warrant visit.<br /><br />2) If I were out of the country when I received a court summons, could I be compelled to return to the UK at my own expense to defend myself in court? Or would I have an option to ask for the case to be deferred until my return? As in point 1, I have my post redirected to a relative who would scan the summons and e-mail it to me, possibly after a few days' delay.<br /><br />3) I generally don't answer the door if I am not expecting a caller. I live in a second floor flat so I can't easily see who is at the door. Does this mean there's a risk of being accused of (unintentional) obstruction if TV Licensing did visit with a warrant? I would probably not answer the door, just as I wouldn't for any unexpected caller. Would I have some kind of (genuine) warning that they intended to apply for a warrant, so that I could change my door answering habits? (Not that I think I should have to, but I guess that has nothing to do with it.)<br /><br />4) Am I right in thinking I am under no obligation to take down the TV aerial if I don't have a licence? I think it is a communal aerial for the whole block of flats, and in any case it is probably owned by the freeholder of the building - I am a leaseholder, so I don't own the building. I would ensure there was no cable from the aerial socket in my flat to the back of my TV or DVD player.<br /><br />Thanks in advance for your help!Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-82684890139919917102017-08-11T09:01:17.907+01:002017-08-11T09:01:17.907+01:00My monthly threatening letter arrived yesterday. I...My monthly threatening letter arrived yesterday. It was signed by John Hales. Poor fellow, he has been signing these threat-o-grams for years and years and no notice of promotion yet.<br />Is there some way of finding out how much these clowns spend on letters? Bulk postage rates should apply. BTW they write in their letter that they visit an average of 10,101 addresses a day. That must cost a bit.<br />The resistance continues!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-86510844438564004572017-06-22T10:26:03.845+01:002017-06-22T10:26:03.845+01:00I have been without a TV for nearly 20 years and I...I have been without a TV for nearly 20 years and I haven't used Iplayer since the rules changed in 2016. But I still get letters nearly every month about TV inspectors, with threats and over the top scare tactics. I even got one this morning warning I have '10 days to reply' ...yawn.<br /><br />If you added up the cost of the letters and postage over the years it must be hundreds of pounds- multiply that across the UK and you can see how the license money is being squandered.<br /><br /> Paul O' Connorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11473734794967933175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-49333929573921991222017-04-10T16:16:31.804+01:002017-04-10T16:16:31.804+01:00Hi all , Please can I get some advice, A GOON knoc...Hi all , Please can I get some advice, A GOON knocked my door after several letters. Told him I download stuff and don’t need a licence. He tried to step foot in to "see if I needed a licence by viewing my equipment (ohhhh matron) I refused him entry and he left stating he would be back ??! What’s his next move ? Can a warrant be obtained without my name ? Mr CAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-66975245429970960712017-03-18T12:22:30.038+00:002017-03-18T12:22:30.038+00:00The house where I live is divided into two flats -...The house where I live is divided into two flats - 140A (which is fully licensed) and 140B (which is also fully licensed). There is no part of the property which is not contained within one of these two flats and therefore no part of the property which is unlicensed. TV Licensing have now sent a threatening letter to "The Present Occupier" at 140 (presumably meaning the whole house) threatening a visit from their Enforement Officers, despite having been previously told that both flats are licensed. <br /><br />What is the legal position here? If they were, somehow, to obtain a warrant for 140 would this cover 140A and/or 140B? <br /><br />Also, have I any redress against TV Licensing for fabricating an address and then demaning a licence for it, and how can I persuade them to remove this fabricated address from their database.Jamesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-35988336613748832822017-03-03T16:12:06.423+00:002017-03-03T16:12:06.423+00:00Hi Guys , Thanks for all your posts, I have learne...Hi Guys , Thanks for all your posts, I have learned a hell o a lot from it... You know what the worst thing I myself have found, well I live in a high rise block of flats, and been in the same flat ( before my recent move ) for 8 years, had all the Red Letters, " Dear Occupant " , you know the ones ! and I have never had a T V License, and never opened my door if I didn't know who it was. So for what Crap is on T V I just do not justify paying out £150 is it ?? and had a " Good Run " without a License... Now the worst thing I could have done!! I have moved into my new flat, high rise, got talking to a neighbour, he rebels against them, but said they are " RUTHLESS" FOR VISITING, arrrr sorry, cap lock,,,, so I rang up, explained id never owned a t v at previous address , and want a new license, pay £11.60 per fortnight, well all was going ok, then I started missing here n there, until it was too much, Bamm!!!! Knock on the front door, I looked through the spy hole, yes, " A Goon " , who I thought was a religious person. All nicely nice, did not expect that 2 weeks later I had a summons to court, pleaded guilty, £200 fine... The moral of my story is,,, the worse thing I did was to actually be honest when I moved in and got licensed, if I could go back 4 months i'd deffo do it the old way !!!!! ;-) Cheers guys, Good luck, and " Don't get Licensed in the first place, PS, if you AnonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-86562197852468895642017-01-28T19:56:50.878+00:002017-01-28T19:56:50.878+00:00Ok. Thank you for your reply. Yes, I agree. It was...Ok. Thank you for your reply. Yes, I agree. It was just a temporary lapse in my judgement. Upon reflection, I do recall how they are very much like a brick wall. Best regardsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-34231956451316973282017-01-28T14:39:06.362+00:002017-01-28T14:39:06.362+00:00Thanks for your comment and kind words Anon.
We wo...Thanks for your comment and kind words Anon.<br />We would discourage anyone who doesn't legally need a TV licence from telling TV Licensing anything. TV Licensing has no legal business with these people and they should not be doing TV Licensing's work for it.<br />If you contact TV Licensing you might get a few months respite, but you can guarantee they will be back to their menacing enquiries within the space of a year.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07732399111583086465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4959111893158321335.post-39685100522406396062017-01-28T12:28:50.597+00:002017-01-28T12:28:50.597+00:00First of all I would like to say thank you for the...First of all I would like to say thank you for the existence of a site like this. It has helped me be more calm and relaxed about about the harassment I get from Tv licensing. Since first finding this site years ago, I feel fine about treating all their communication as junk mail and have comfortably found the right order of things, which is they are simply salespeople with very bizarre and warped sales pitches. Anyway, for the first time, last week they made a visit whilst I was out and now sent a letter with the name that was on the door. Whilst I totally disagree with the arrogant, rude and assumptive attitude they always keep, I was considering calling them only to say my address doesn't require a licence. However I don't then want to get into a discussion about my personal details or have to state they can never enter my home if they want to visit. I was wondering as I'm in Scotland, are they as aggressive as the stories from down south? Would a call not be a quick and harmless way to make them stop? <br />Oh yes- the letter said they're opening an investigation, which means another investigation, on top of the investigation they already had?!?! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com