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Sale of Tickets (Sporting and Cultural Events) Bill

A Bill to regulate the selling of tickets for certain sporting and cultural events; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Nick SmithLabour (Co-op)

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

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This Bill would set rules for how tickets to certain sporting and cultural events can be bought and sold. It aims to curb unfair selling practices and improve transparency for fans, including activity online through ticket platforms. It is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Applies to the sale of tickets for defined sporting and cultural events
Aims to curb unfair practices such as scalping and price gouging and improve buyer transparency
Could apply to online ticket platforms and resale marketplaces
Includes enforcement provisions and penalties for non-compliance
Defines a framework for related purposes connected to ticket sales

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading stage in the House of Commons; if debated and supported, it will move to committee stage for detailed scrutiny.

Who is affected?

Ticket buyers and fansSporting clubs, venues and cultural organisationsOnline ticketing platforms and resale marketplacesTicket agents and toutsEvent promoters and organisers

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Sale of Tickets (Sporting and Cultural Events)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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