UK Artists Demand Ticket Resale Price Cap to Protect Fans from Exploitation
November 13, 2025
A coalition of major music artists and industry groups is urging the UK government to fulfill its pledge to cap resale prices for tickets, aiming to curb aggressive secondary market practices and restore fan access.
Which? highlights high-profile examples of inflated listings, such as Oasis tickets at Wembley and a massive All Points East listing, while noting challenges in verifying seller identities and prevalence of speculative listings.
The campaign argues resale platforms enable touts to bulk-buy and resell at inflated prices, eroding trust and affordability and highlighting risks of ticketing fraud.
The piece notes the government is reviewing the issue and invites public input via email or social media as the matter remains under discussion.
BBC News reported on the development on November 13, 2025, signaling ongoing coverage of the issue.
Readers can read the full letter on Which.co.uk to see the detailed text of the appeal.
The campaign includes delivering a formal letter to policymakers as part of the push for a cap and reform.
Public consultation has been ongoing since January, with past fan complaints feeding into the push for reform.
The plea sits amid UK political developments and policy priorities in live entertainment, including leadership dynamics and potential action.
FanFair Alliance coordinated the campaign, with Rolling Stone first reporting and The Guardian outlining the political context and possible reforms.
An accompanying feature on band name origins accompanies the piece, illustrating broader cultural context.
The current campaign sits within Oasis’s dynamic-pricing history and parliamentary scrutiny, with MPs weighing methods, scope, licensing, and timelines for action.
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The Guardian • Nov 13, 2025
British music stars urge Starmer to tackle ‘pernicious’ ticket tout websites
BBC News • Nov 13, 2025
Dua Lipa and Coldplay urge government to 'stop touts from fleecing fans'
BBC News • Nov 13, 2025
Dua Lipa and Coldplay urge government to 'stop touts from fleecing fans'
The Independent • Nov 13, 2025
Coldplay and Radiohead urge government to cap ticket resale prices