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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

The State of Diversity on UK Festival Lineups

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5 min read 1 Feb 2026

The State of Diversity on UK Festival Lineups

Festival lineups across the UK are slowly becoming more diverse, but significant gaps remain. We examine the pledges, the progress, and what still needs to change.

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The Future of Free Events in the UK

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6 min read 29 Jan 2026

The Future of Free Events in the UK

Free events play a vital role in UK cultural life, but funding pressures threaten their future. We explore…

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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS · No. 836

The Future of Event Accessibility in the UK

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6 min read 29 Jan 2026

The Future of Event Accessibility in the UK

Event accessibility in the UK is improving, but significant gaps remain. Here is where the industry is heading…

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Guide to Event Management Software for UK Organisers

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6 min read 29 Jan 2026

Guide to Event Management Software for UK Organisers

A practical guide to choosing event management software in the UK, covering what different platforms actually do, how…

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The State of Live Music in Leeds

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5 min read 27 Jan 2026

The State of Live Music in Leeds

Leeds has quietly built one of the strongest live music scenes in England, with a venue circuit that…

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Why Micro-Events and Intimate Experiences Are Growing in the UK

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5 min read 26 Jan 2026

Why Micro-Events and Intimate Experiences Are Growing in the UK

Smaller, more curated events are gaining popularity across the UK. Here is why micro-events are thriving and what…

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How Ticketing Fees Compare Across UK Platforms
7 min read 24 Jan 2026

How Ticketing Fees Compare Across UK Platforms

A detailed fee comparison across major UK ticketing platforms, with real calculations showing what organisers actually pay.

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Dynamic Pricing Controversy in UK Events

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5 min read 23 Jan 2026

Dynamic Pricing Controversy in UK Events

Dynamic pricing has become one of the most contentious issues in UK ticketing. We explore what happened, why…

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Green Event Certification Schemes UK

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5 min read 22 Jan 2026

Green Event Certification Schemes UK

A guide to the main green certification and accreditation schemes available to UK event organisers, including what they…

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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

How Event Staffing Agencies Operate in the UK

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6 min read 22 Jan 2026

How Event Staffing Agencies Operate in the UK

A look at how event staffing agencies work in the UK, covering their business models, the types of…

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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Best Free Ticketing Platforms UK Compared

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5 min read 22 Jan 2026

Best Free Ticketing Platforms UK Compared

A thorough comparison of genuinely free ticketing platforms available in the UK, examining what "free" really means for…

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The Future of Event Security and Crowd Safety in the UK

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5 min read 22 Jan 2026

The Future of Event Security and Crowd Safety in the UK

Event security in the UK is evolving through better technology, improved training, and a shift from reactive to…

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