Milton Keynes students urged to check eligibility for TV licence refund

Students who bought a TV Licence at the start of the academic year will have three full months remaining on their licence, and a refund can be claimed for this unused quarter.

To be eligible for the refund, students need to have a TV Licence with three months remaining on it, be leaving their halls or rented accommodation and be moving to a licensed address. Students can apply for their refund online or over the phone.

For those students who aren’t returning home, but moving straight into a shared house or private accommodation, they can easily move their TV Licence to their new address.

“The student refund is brilliant news for students and we encourage those who bought their licence at the start of the academic year to claim the refund they’re entitled to. For those who aren’t moving back home for the summer, they can easily transfer their licence to their new student digs,” Ben Craig, spokesperson for TV Licensing in London and the South East,” said Ben Craig, spokesperson for TV Licensing in London and the South East.

“It’s important students buy a TV licence at the earliest opportunity when starting university if they want the peace of mind of being able to watch whenever they want and to be eligible for the refund. They can also take advantage of our flexible payment options. We want to help students understand the law when it comes to watching live TV on any device so they can avoid the risk of a fine of up to £1,000.”

“The summer months are a fantastic opportunity for students to return home and repair their bank balances. We encourage students to make a good start now and apply for a refund from TV Licensing to put the £36 back in your pocket,” added Megan Dunn, National President, National Union of Students.

Whether you’re looking to get a refund or change your address, both are really easy to do meaning you can enjoy your time off from studying.”

To arrange a refund or change address, simply visit www.tvlicensing.co.uk/studentinfo, or call TV Licensing on 0300 790 6113.