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Tickets: Fees and Charges

Asked by Chris BlooreLabourDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled Answered 13 February 2025UIN 29167

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of commissioning a review into event booking fees.

Answered by Chris Bryant

On 10 January, the Government launched a call for evidence on pricing practices in the live events sector, which closes on 4 April 2025.

It is important that consumers experience openness and transparency when buying tickets. We are seeking evidence on the impact of current pricing practices on consumers and businesses and whether the current legal framework provides sufficient protection. We encourage responses, including on issues such as booking fees.

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