NAVCA have joined together with TV Licensing to remind community groups and charities to check they are correctly licensed to share this summer’s sporting TV coverage as it happens.
Considerable numbers of community groups, sporting and social clubs are expected to host viewing events and parties, where they are set to enjoy landmark Olympic moments at community groups and centres across the UK.
TV Licensing has produced a Guide for Community Groups, which answers common questions asked by groups and includes information about holding one-off live viewing events and refunds.
Jason Hill, spokesperson for TV Licensing said: “Community groups will need to buy a TV Licence if they plan to watch the coverage live but can claim a refund for any unused quarters if they only need a licence for this one-off sporting event.”
Neil Cleeveley, NAVCA, said:
“We know that the Olympics will be hugely popular and are sure to be celebrated widely and enthusiastically across the country, so any group or charity that’s planning an event with live viewing must make sure they are prepared.”
TV Licensing enquiry officers will be visiting unlicensed clubs, sports halls and community centres throughout the summer. Any group found watching TV illegally risks a court prosecution and fine of up to £1,000 per offence, plus costs.