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Fabbro, L. D. (2026, September 27). BBC News should be on streaming sites like Netflix, say Matt Brittin. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/bbc-news-matt-brittin-netflix-tv-licence-laura-kuenssberg-b1298548.html
Fabbro, Lauren Del. “BBC News should be on streaming sites like Netflix, say Matt Brittin.” Evening Standard, 27 Sept. 2026, https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/bbc-news-matt-brittin-netflix-tv-licence-laura-kuenssberg-b1298548.html.
Fabbro, Lauren Del. “BBC News should be on streaming sites like Netflix, say Matt Brittin.” Evening Standard, September 27, 2026. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/bbc-news-matt-brittin-netflix-tv-licence-laura-kuenssberg-b1298548.html.
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Matt Brittin, the director-general of the BBC, suggested reforming the current funding model to include a household levy instead of the £180 annual licence fee. This proposal aims to make BBC content available on streaming platforms like Netflix, YouTube, TikTok, Spotify, and Instagram to reach wider audiences. Brittin argues that such a change would be fairer since it ensures nearly all households pay for access to public media. The current model restricts funding only to those who watch live TV or use iPlayer, limiting the BBC's reach. The proposed levy would also lower collection costs and reduce evasion compared to the existing licence fee system. Brittin noted that despite financial hardships, the household levy could be less burdensome for individuals than the current fee structure. He cited a report suggesting that every household paying ensures lower charges overall, with 94% of households already consuming BBC content monthly.
