Ministers announced the first major change in broadcasting legislation in almost 20 years, with BBC reform at the top of the agenda. In a 42-page white paper, the government said it would set a timetable for reviewing the leave fee in the coming months, during which other options would be considered. The document said there were “clear challenges on the horizon for the viability of the license fee”, including the streaming revolution, which resulted in fewer people choosing to pay for BBC services. Ministers warn that if no action is taken, a growing number of negative leave fees
