Half a million people stopped paying BBC licence fee in the past year - after it rose to £180

Over the past year, half a million individuals have opted to stop paying the BBC's £180 annual licence fee, marking a significant shift in public support. This comes as the broadcaster's new director-general, Matt Brittin, warns of a "moment of real jeopardy" for the organization. The fee hike and Brittin's comments highlight concerns about the BBC's financial stability and its role in British public life, raising questions about how it will maintain its services and public trust going forward.