Good news is coming for some citizens who will have the option of not paying for the decoder useful for the transition to second generation digital.
With the transition to the new digital terrestrial, only owners of televisions compatible with the DVB – T2 standard will be able to continue to see national and local television networks. In fact, the switch-off of the channels brings down the curtain on the old Mpeg-2 coding, so we will have to say goodbye to the channels that do not broadcast in HD. In light of this technological leap, it is necessary to have a device compatible with high definition transmission.
Although the smart TVs sold in recent years are almost all compatible with second generation digital terrestrial, there are still many who have an unsuitable TV at home. However, at the present time, it is no longer possible to access the bonuses dedicated to the replacement of televisions. In fact, the TV bonus, even if according to the new Budget Law, could be revived with the arrival of the new year, thanks to a refinancing of 100 million euros, it is now not a facilitation that can be taken advantage of, due to the exhaustion of the funds made available by the Government.
Different speech in the case of citizens over 70 with certain requirements, for which the recognition of the decoder bonus is still envisaged. Here’s what it is and who it belongs to.
New Digital Terrestrial: free decoder at home for over 70s
Recently, the Government has put in place various incentives with the aim of supporting citizens to face the unexpected expense for the purchase of a new television suitable for the transition to second generation digital terrestrial, or simply a decoder. However, due to the depletion of the funds made available, it is no longer possible to use them since last year.
Among the bonuses that have remained active, the one dedicated to older people, the over 70s in a non-florid economic situation. Specifically, the bonus provides for the possibility of obtaining a free decoder delivered directly to the home, provided that the person concerned is aged 70 or over, has an annual gross personal pension income not exceeding 20 thousand euros and is the holder of a Rai season ticket.
Citizens in possession of the necessary requirements can apply in three different ways. You can request the decoder bonus at home by calling the toll-free number 800776883, online on the dedicated portal or by physically going to the post office. All you need to do is present your tax code and health card number and, finally, provide your mobile phone number.
