A TOTAL of 62 young people in Pembrokeshire were caught watching live TV or BBC iPlayer without a TV Licence in the past year, according to new figures released today by TV Licensing.

The young people were between the ages of 18 and 25 and TV Licensing is reminding them they could face prosecution and a fine of up to £1,000 if they are caught watching live TV, or BBC programmes on iPlayer, on any device, without a TV Licence.

Recent research by TV Licensing shows that the number of students taking a TV to university has risen from 23% to 27% since last year.

Despite the explosion in popularity of smartphones and tablets, a television is still the most used device for students watching live or recorded TV.

However, for those watching BBC iPlayer, most are using a laptop, with 65% watching on their portable computer and 28% watching on their smartphone.

If you’re watching live TV on any device, including mobiles and tablets, or watch catch up programmes on BBC iPlayer, you need to be covered by a TV Licence.”

Students can easily check if they need a licence on the TVL website tvlicensing.co.uk/studentinfo or by calling 0300 790 6113.