Press statement

Which? responds to the draft bill for a ticket price cap confirmed in the King's Speech

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Rocio Concha, Which? Director of Policy and Advocacy, said:

“It’s disappointing that full legislation to crack down on touts has not been included in the King’s Speech, especially since the Prime Minister committed just last week to getting this done 'as soon as possible'.

“Relegating the legislation to a draft bill could result in a lengthy process of more consultations and reviews. All the while ruthless touts will continue to thrive and rip-off secondary ticketing sites will try to chip away at the legislation. 

“The government must make good on its promises to fans by delivering a finalised bill in the next twelve months."

-ENDS-

Notes to Editors: Ticketing legislation was not mentioned in the speech itself, but a 'draft ticket tout ban bill' was confirmed in the supporting documentation (here