Do I need a t.v.licence for a holiday static caravan,if it is not my main residence?

Question

Do I need a t.v.licence for a holiday static caravan,if it is not my main residence?

Answer 1

Yes you do.  Unless the TV is entirely self contained and is powered from an internal battery.

In other words, a portable TV that does not connect to an external aerial, and does not connect to the mains, or to an outside battery - ie, it cannot be powered from the car battery, or a battery in the caravan.

It's all laid down in the small print on your TV licence.

Answer 2

If the TV in your static caravan or mobile home is never in use at the same time as the TV at your main home, you don't need a separate licence. But you do need to complete a declaration form and return it to TV Licensing so that they can update their records and you avoid a fine.

Please note, the above only applies if: -

a) Your caravan, mobile home or moveable chalet is capable of being moved from one place to another (by being towed, or by being transported on a motor vehicle or trailer) and

b) You have a TV Licence at your home address.

You can download a copy of the declaration form here: -

http://tvlicensing.metafaq.com/resources...