Overview

This bill aims to increase transparency in the sale of tickets for sporting and cultural events in the UK. It mandates that sellers provide clear pricing information to online queue users and that the final sale price is printed on the ticket itself. Failure to comply constitutes an offense.

Description

The Sale of Tickets (Sporting and Cultural Events) Bill seeks to improve consumer protection by enhancing transparency in ticket sales. Key provisions include:

• Online Queue Transparency: Sellers must inform consumers waiting in online queues about the price and availability of tickets at each price point.
• Printed Ticket Price: The final sale price of the ticket must be clearly printed on the ticket itself.
• Offences and Penalties: Failure to comply with these requirements constitutes an offense punishable by a fine. The specific fine amount varies between England & Wales and Scotland.
• Regulatory Power: The Secretary of State will define key terms (ticketing business, sporting/cultural event, online queue, etc.) and set requirements for information display through regulations. These regulations will need parliamentary approval.
• Jurisdiction and Enforcement: The bill applies across England, Wales, and Scotland, and covers events held both within and outside of the UK. Enforcement will begin six months after the bill's passage.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to significantly increase or decrease government spending. The main cost will likely be associated with the development and enforcement of the regulations, but no specific figures are provided within the bill text.

Groups Affected

The bill will affect several groups:

• Ticket Sellers: Businesses selling tickets for sporting and cultural events will need to update their systems to comply with the new transparency requirements.
• Consumers: Consumers will benefit from increased transparency and clarity regarding ticket pricing and availability, reducing potential for misleading practices.
• Government Agencies: Relevant government agencies will be responsible for enforcing the legislation and overseeing the development of regulations.

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