[ShadowAce]

Everyone will be required to apply for a license to use the Internet because it’s a privilege, not a right,

The British already require a license to *own* a TV.

[Stevieboy]

The British already require a license to *own* a TV.

Surely you jest? Not that I wouldn't believe it.

[Stoat]

The British already require a license to *own* a TV.

FYI

TVL - Welcome to TV Licensing

Do I need a licence?
	You need a TV Licence to use any television receiving equipment such as a TV set, set-top boxes, video or DVD recorders, computers or mobile phones to watch or record TV programmes as they are being shown on TV. If you use a set-top box with a hi-fi system or another device that can only be used to produce sounds and can't display TV programmes, and you don't install or use any other TV receiving equipment, you don't need a TV Licence.
	How much does it cost?
	A colour TV Licence costs £135.50 and a black and white licence costs £45.50.