CUMNOCK and Doon Valley’s students are being reminded to claim their TV licence refund.
Students who are moving out of halls or rented accommodation to a licensed address are eligible to claim back up to £50.
Caroline McCourt, spokesperson for TV Licensing, said: “Applying for a refund is quick and easy and we encourage all students who are eligible to take advantage of it.
“It is important students buy a TV Licence at the earliest opportunity when starting university to take advantage of the flexible payment options available to them and avoid a fine of up to £1,000.”
Izzy Lenga, NUS Vice President (Welfare), added: “A TV Licence is valid for a whole year, so if students purchase a licence in October they can apply for a refund when the academic year has finished and they are no longer living in student accommodation. Many could end up saving some much needed cash as they go into the summer break.”
Applying for a refund can be done online at www.tvlicensing.co.uk/ studentinfo or over the phone on 0300 790 6113.
All you need are the details of your TV Licence, evidence to show that it’s no longer needed, such as a copy of an end tenancy agreement.
A licence is needed for watching and recording live television and watching or downloading BBC programmes on iPlayer. This applies whether using a TV set, laptop, mobile or any other equipment.
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