London music festival cancels its final night due to illness
This follows the last-minute cancellation of their Manchester Co-Op Live show on Thursday, also due to illness.
The band confirmed that Jeff Lynne is battling a systemic infection and has been advised by doctors that performing is not possible.
Lynne had appeared unwell during a previous Manchester performance and mentioned a recent hand injury.
Fans who purchased tickets for the BST Hyde Park concert are encouraged to visit the festival's website for refund information.
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