The Dispatch
Guides, field notes and unfiltered opinions for the people who put on live events, and the fans who turn up.
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1,023 guidesWhat Is Stripe Connect and Why Do Ticketing Platforms Use It?
Where a ticket payment lands first, who holds it while you wait, why that decides your cash flow, and what connecting Stripe actually involves.
The Future of Event Safety Regulation
Event safety regulation in the UK continues to evolve. New technologies and changing risks could reshape how we keep events safe in the years…
Guide to Measuring Event Marketing ROI
Every pound spent on event marketing should contribute to ticket sales. This guide explains how to measure return on investment across all your marketing…
How to Compare Ticket Prices Across Platforms
A practical guide to comparing ticket prices across different platforms, so you can find the best deal without falling for misleading pricing.
Guide to SIA Licensing for Event Security Staff
Everything event organisers need to know about SIA licensing requirements for security staff, including who needs a licence, how to verify one…
How to Handle Event Emergencies and Incidents
A practical guide to handling emergencies and incidents at events, covering emergency planning, communications, evacuation procedures, and post-incident management.
Guide to Venue Sound Insulation and Noise Management
Proper sound insulation is the difference between a thriving music venue and one battling constant noise complaints.
Getting a Business Bank Account for Events
A guide to opening and managing a business bank account for your event organising business, covering what you need, why it matters…
Guide to Understanding Artist Riders and Requirements
Artist riders are a standard part of live event bookings. This guide explains what they contain, why they matter…
How to Discover New Artists Through Live Events
Live events are one of the best ways to find new music.
Music Venue Trust and the Grassroots Campaign
How the Music Venue Trust has become the leading voice for grassroots music venues in the UK and what their campaigns have achieved.
Guide to Bringing a Baby or Toddler to Events
Practical advice for parents thinking about taking a baby or toddler to an event…
