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How much was the television license when the BBC first it began?
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The UK television licence is paid by all households using a television. The fees collected are passed to the BBC and fund the organization. Currently, the BBC provide 5 national channels and numerous local television services as well as eight national radio stations and many local radio stations, all of which are free to access.
When the television licence was introduced in 1946, the cost was £2 (about $4.50 at the time).
In 2012, the charge is £145.50 ($240) per year.
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