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04/04/2002
Local businesses alerted to TV licence fine
Northern Ireland's small businesses could be risking a visit from TV Licensing's new Business Task Force and a fine of up to £1,000 when they tune in to watch the Chancellor's Budget Speech on 17 April.
TV Licensing research indicates widespread confusion over TV Licence regulations among small businesses and is warning them to check they are correctly licensed before the new team of evasion officers, dedicated to the business sector, hits the streets on Budget Day.
By law, any business using television-receiving equipment, including not only television sets, but also computers fitted with a PCTV card and set top boxes, needs a valid TV Licence.
Robert Ashley, Head of Communications for the British Chambers of Commerce commented: "A £1,000 fine could be a significant blow to the cash flow of a small company. TV Licensing has made it clear to all business evaders - large or small - that they will be caught, so we recommend all our members ensure they comply with the law on TV Licensing."
TV Licensing is urging small businesses to make sure they know the regulations and to buy a licence for £112 to make sure they avoid risking prosecution and a fine.
Pat McParland, TV Licensing spokesperson, said: "Businesses need to familiarise themselves with the law to avoid being caught out. We are currently consulting trade bodies on communicating this message to their members. Once our new Task Force launches on 17th April, ignorance of the law will be no excuse."
(AMcE)
TV Licensing research indicates widespread confusion over TV Licence regulations among small businesses and is warning them to check they are correctly licensed before the new team of evasion officers, dedicated to the business sector, hits the streets on Budget Day.
By law, any business using television-receiving equipment, including not only television sets, but also computers fitted with a PCTV card and set top boxes, needs a valid TV Licence.
Robert Ashley, Head of Communications for the British Chambers of Commerce commented: "A £1,000 fine could be a significant blow to the cash flow of a small company. TV Licensing has made it clear to all business evaders - large or small - that they will be caught, so we recommend all our members ensure they comply with the law on TV Licensing."
TV Licensing is urging small businesses to make sure they know the regulations and to buy a licence for £112 to make sure they avoid risking prosecution and a fine.
Pat McParland, TV Licensing spokesperson, said: "Businesses need to familiarise themselves with the law to avoid being caught out. We are currently consulting trade bodies on communicating this message to their members. Once our new Task Force launches on 17th April, ignorance of the law will be no excuse."
(AMcE)
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