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House of Commons · General Debate

Dynamic Ticket Pricing

10 September 2024 · 6 other contributors

Opened by Caroline Dinenage Con Gosport

Business & Trade

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Caroline Dinenage raised concerns about dynamic ticket pricing in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • The MP discussed issues surrounding music ticketing, particularly focusing on the Oasis Live 25 reunion tour.
  • She highlighted the lack of transparency in dynamic pricing mechanisms used by Ticketmaster and other promoters.
  • The MP mentioned the Competition and Markets Authority's investigation into these practices.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Caroline Dinenage Con Gosport

The MP welcomed the Minister to his place and discussed issues surrounding music ticketing, particularly focusing on the Oasis Live 25 reunion tour. She highlighted the lack of transparency in dynamic pricing mechanisms used by Ticketmaster and other promoters, which led to significant increases in ticket prices and created difficulties for fans trying to purchase tickets. She also mentioned the Competition and Markets Authority's investigation into these practices and called for a review of the secondary ticketing market to prevent fraud and ensure fair competition.

Other contributors (6)
  • Jim Shannon DUP Strangford

    The MP commended Ms Dinenage on bringing up the debate, acknowledging that while supply and demand economics are understood, issues arise when this results in price gouging. He expressed concern about unfair pressure put on consumers to accept higher prices after queuing for long periods.

  • Pete Wishart SNP Perth and Kinross-shire

    The MP congratulated Ms Dinenage on securing the debate. He suggested that there is no clear responsibility taken by those involved in managing ticket sales for events, with each party blaming another. He urged the Chair of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee to investigate these issues thoroughly.

  • Chris Bryant Lab Rhondda and Ogmore

    The MP discussed the importance of live events for the UK economy, noted issues with venue closures, ticketing systems, security, fairness in purchasing tickets online, transparency in pricing, and concerns about dynamic pricing. He called for action against secondary markets that exclude true fans based on price.

  • Pete Wishart SNP Perth and Kinross-shire

    Asked the Minister about constructive approaches to resolving ticketing issues after reports from the Competition and Markets Authority and the Select Committee, emphasising the need for legislation to address these market features.

  • John Slinger Lab Rugby

    Discussed his experience trying to purchase Oasis tickets during dynamic pricing, highlighting how badly regulated markets affect genuine fans. He asked about measures to ensure that as many people as possible can access live music events.

  • Nusrat Ghani Con Sussex Weald

    It was wonderful to hear from two musicians, and Sir Chris Bryant has given away his true old age.

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