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The BBC is grappling with a dwindling licence fee base, as the number of paying households decreases and the fee increases to £180 per year. The current funding model is deemed unsustainable, with critics labeling it outdated and regressive. The BBC proposes a new funding model, suggesting a lower fee for broader coverage and exploring ideas like broadband taxes, ads, or subscriptions. The corporation faces significant cuts and seeks full government funding for the World Service bill, warning of decline if the status quo persists.

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