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Will the licence fee be scrapped?
Ministers are currently reviewing how the BBC is funded, with proposals expected before Christmas. This review comes ahead of the BBC's Royal Charter ending next year. While scrapping the licence fee is a possibility, other funding models, such as subscription or advertising, are also likely to be considered.
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