UK Government to Investigate Oasis Ticket Sales
UK Government to Investigate Oasis Ticket Sales
UK Government to Investigate Oasis Ticket Sales
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Ticketmaster is under scrutiny after Oasis fans faced significant difficulties and inflated prices when trying to purchase tickets for the band's reunion tour. The UK government, led by Culture Minister Lisa Nandy, will investigate the use of dynamic pricing, which caused ticket prices to soar from around £150 to as much as £700. Fans reported extensive wait times, system glitches, and being kicked out of queues, leading to widespread frustration and calls for fairer ticketing practices. The review will focus on transparency and consumer protection in ticket sales to prevent future 'rip-off resales.' This issue is not new, as similar problems occurred with Ticketmaster during Taylor Swift's tour sales. Both the UK and Irish governments have pledged to address these pricing practices to protect consumers.

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