The change, coming into effect from April 1, means that the annual cost of a standard colour TV licence will rise from £159 per year to £169.50.
Struggling Lanarkshire households have been reminded to check if they qualify for a reduced TV licence fee ahead of the first rise in three years.
The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the national advice service advice.scot, said the rise could add to the worries of households already struggling with the cost of bills.
“We would urge people to check if they or their elderly relatives might qualify for a discount, or perhaps consider spreading the cost of the annual payment over a number of months. Those who need a TV licence but would struggle to pay £169.50 all at once are able to spread the cost by arranging a monthly direct debit or by paying quarterly instead.
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