CMA secures changes from Ticketmaster following Oasis tickets ...
Fans will have accurate information about the benefits of different types of tickets and more information about pricing before and during sales.
www.gov.ukHere are the latest publicly reported developments on Ticketmaster UK:
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CMA investigation and responses: The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched a formal investigation into Ticketmaster in 2024 over Oasis ticket sales and pricing practices, focusing on potential unfair commercial practices and the transparency of dynamic pricing. The CMA indicated it would gather evidence from multiple sources and invited fans to submit experiences with the purchase process. In 2025, the CMA reported securing commitments from Ticketmaster to improve price transparency, pre-sale pricing information, and clear descriptions of ticket offers, while clarifying that there was no finding of wrongdoing at that stage; changes included ending certain “platinum” label practices and enhancing information about pricing and ticket features.[1][2]
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Ticketmaster UK news and official updates: Ticketmaster UK maintains a page with news updates about the company and its activities in the UK live entertainment scene, with recent articles highlighting new shows, partnerships, and policy updates in 2026.[3]
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Related coverage and context: Media outlets in early 2026 continue to report on Ticketmaster UK in the context of broader live events coverage and ongoing discussions about pricing transparency and consumer protections in the ticketing sector, including references in trade and entertainment press.[4][6]
Illustrative snapshot:
- The CMA’s Oasis episode remained a reference point for pricing transparency reforms and consumer protections, with subsequent undertakings aimed at clearer price ranges, upfront information about pricing tiers, and better queue updates for fans.[2]
- For the most current bulletins, Ticketmaster UK’s own news hub and major UK outlets in early 2026 are the best sources to monitor ongoing policy updates and new developments in pricing or sale practices.[3][4]
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