Simply put, here are the ground zero terms:
Yes, you need a TV license if you watch or record live TV on Sky, which is required to view channels as they are broadcast. The licence also covers live TV on streaming services, BBC iPlayer, and other pay-TV services like Virgin Media. You only need to pay for a TV licence if you view or record any live TV content, not if you only use Sky or other services for on-demand content like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or Disney+.
When you need a TV licence with Sky
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Watching or recording live TV:
You need a licence to watch or record any TV channel as it is being broadcast, regardless of the provider.
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Live content on streaming services:
This includes live channels on services like YouTube or Amazon Prime Video.
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BBC iPlayer:
A TV licence is required to watch or download any content on BBC iPlayer.
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Sky services with live channels:
If you have a Sky subscription, you will need a licence, as it includes live TV channels.
When you don’t need a TV licence with Sky
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Only on-demand content:
If you use your Sky box or other devices to watch only on-demand shows or movies from services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or Disney+, you do not need a TV licence.
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Catch-up services:
You do not need a licence to watch content on catch-up services where the content is not being shown live on TV at that moment.
Important details
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Cost:
As of April 1, 2025, the standard colour TV licence costs £174.50 per year.
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Consequences:
Watching, recording, or downloading programmes without a TV licence is illegal and can result in a fine of up to £1,000.
EDIT: Gemini response 
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