Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 30 April 2014
425. Deputy Brian Walsh asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if there are any provisions to allow for a partial refund of a TV licence fee where the licensee was in possession of a TV set for only a portion of the relevant year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18754/14]
View answerA Television Licence is granted under section 143 of the Broadcasting Act 2009 to a person to keep and have possession of a television set in a premises or specified place in the State. In accordance with the television licence regulations made under Section 144 of the 2009 Act, every television licence issued is valid for a full 12 month period. While the timing of the commencement of this period varies depending on whether the licence issued is new or a renewal, the period of validity is fixed and the system does not currently allow for the granting of refunds or rebates.
