With the cost of living crisis hitting pockets hard, it's not surprising that some homes are attempting to tune into premium content without paying for the privilege. However, accessing these free and illegal streams has just got a lot harder with UK Police recently shutting down a number of providers who were broadcasting content, including exclusive shows, movies and sports coverage from Sky, without permission.
It's thought that around 500,000 viewers will be affected by the new block which means many will now be forced to pay to watch premium TV.
