A licence fee for all
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BBC is seeking a hike in licence fee on the grounds that it is a public service broadcasting company, and is doing public good by providing such service. However, it would be better if this fee is shared with other broadcasters as well. The reason this fee is collected is to cover the risks associated with the market, which if left at mercy of private broadcasters will not serve the public.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2006
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Tackling a taxing issue
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The BBC can no longer brush under the carpet the need for exploring alternatives to the license system. A survey commissioned by media secretary Tessa Jowell revealed that a majority of the people is not happy with the quality of output offered by the BBC. 43% of the respondents believe the license fee no longer represents good value for money.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2004
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Future slicing the BBC?
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This report examines the speculation going on in the industry about the future of public service broadcasting and whether Ofcom would lop the [pounds sterling]2.7bn licensing fee of BBC to create funds for PSB programs by commercial broadcasters.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2004
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