SIR - As everyone knows, Christmas can be a very expensive time of year.

With this in mind, TV Licensing is reminding people aged 75 and older in Bradford to make sure they're claiming their free TV licence.

Taking advantage of the free licence couldn't be more straightforward. All you need to do is contact TV Licensing and provide your name, address, date of birth and National Insurance number.

Even if you can't find your National Insurance number, you can still qualify for a free licence, but you will need to call us on 0845 603 6999 so that we can help you claim your licence.

The licence covers your main home and any other household members who live at that address.

You need only apply once and TV Licensing will automatically renew your free licence every three years.

And, if you're 74 and need to renew your licence, you can apply for a short-term licence that will cover you until your 75th birthday, when you will be eligible to apply for a free TV licence.

Charlotte Hancock, TV Licensing, Bristol