Government will continue to fund TV licenses for over-75's who don't receive income support.
In a statement released today - officials say gov't will foot the bill until the end of 2022.
It comes following the Island's previous administration guaranting funding for all over -75s for 2021.
A decision has now been made to extend universal provision of free TV licences for another year.
Treasury Minister David Ashford MHK said: ‘It is important we make this commitment, allay any anxiety and be clear that provision will remain in place for a further 12 months. Consideration will now be given to how provision may look in the future and an update will be made in due course around any conditions which may be established.’
The BBC has funded licences for pensioners who qualify for income support since 1 January 2021 - this position is not under review.
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