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Wales Online
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Last-minute warning to Glastonbury and Oasis fans
Last-minute warning to Glastonbury and Oasis fans The Government has issued the warning as part of its wider crackdown People gather in front of the main Pyramid Stage during Glastonbury Festival 2024 at Worthy Farm, Pilton Music fans are being urged to be cautious about last-minute tickets for sale on social media as new figures reveal that £1.6 million was reported lost to ticket fraud last year. Fans hoping to attend eagerly-anticipated events such as Glastonbury and the Oasis reunion tour are being warned not to put themselves at risk of being scammed. The Government has issued the warning as part of its wider crackdown on scammers and online fraud. Action Fraud data released by the Home Office show people lost more than £1.6 million in scams related to concert tickets in 2024 – more than double the total recorded the previous year. Around 3,700 gig ticket fraud reports were made to Action Fraud in 2024, with nearly half referring to offers made on social media platforms. People aged in their 20s were most likely to become victims of ticket fraud last year, accounting for more than a quarter (27%) of victims, the figures indicate. The Government is urging people to follow the Stop! Think Fraud campaign advice to ensure they are protected from scams ahead of the busy summer of gigs and festivals. Fraud Minister Lord Hanson said: 'While millions of Britons are getting ready to attend concerts this summer, the scammers are getting ready to exploit the desperate search for tickets, posting fake messages on social media sites offering to resell tickets they can't use or making last-minute offers from fake ticket companies. 'That is why our campaign is called Stop! Think Fraud, so no matter how real a deal looks, we all need to take a moment to think: am I being ripped off? So, let's all stay cautious, stay alert and stay protected from fraud. Don't let the scammers ruin your summer.' Article continues below Tor Garnett, commander for cyber and economic crime at City of London Police, said: 'People go to gigs for that 'once-in-a-lifetime' experience – especially at sold-out concerts and festivals, where the atmosphere is unmatched. But the excitement can vanish in an instant when fans discover their tickets are fake or they've been scammed through social media or resale sites. The loss isn't just financial – it's deeply emotional, turning anticipation into heartbreak. 'Key signs of ticket fraud include unsolicited messages with ticket offers and deals, or requests for payment via bank transfer.' Mike Andrews, national co-ordinator for the National Trading Standards e-crime team, said: 'Every summer, music fans desperate to see their favourite artists at festivals or stadium tours are left distraught and considerably out of pocket at the turnstiles as they discover the tickets they bought in good faith are in fact part of a fraudulent scam. Recent National Trading Standards prosecutions have led to serious jail time for ticket touts, which should send a message to all those who choose to engage in fraud that there are severe consequences.' Founder of face-value ticket resale platform Twickets Richard Davies said: 'We've seen first-hand how fraudsters attempt to exploit high-demand tours. 'In recent weeks alone, we've had to warn fans about multiple fake Twickets accounts and websites set up to trick Oasis fans into handing over money for non-existent tickets.' Andrew Parsons, managing director of Ticketmaster UK, said: 'The safest way to buy tickets is always through official channels – if you're unsure who that is, check the artist's official website as they'll always list legitimate sellers. A lot of fake tickets we see on the gates over summer are bought on social media. 'We hate having to turn fans away, so always avoid buying tickets from unofficial platforms or individuals, even if they seem genuine.' Here are some tips from the campaign for buying tickets safely: 1. If you are offered tickets for something in high demand, do not let fomo (fear of missing out) rush your decision. Take a moment to stop, think, and check if the offer is genuine. Article continues below 2. Only buy tickets from the venue's box office or an official ticketing website. 3. Do not move away from an official payment platform to make a direct payment via bank transfer or virtual currency. Use the website's recommended payment methods to stay protected.
Scotsman
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Glastonbury 2025: US pop group and UK hip-hop act the latest rumoured named
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The speculation over secret sets at Worthy Farm this year grows as May begins... Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... With Glastonbury Festival over a month away, speculation on 'secret' appearances continues this week. Fans of a US pop group, known for their friendship with Taylor Swift, think that they could be making a stop at Worthy Farm before their UK tour. Meanwhile, a popular UK hip-hop group were accidentally 'outed' as a secret set during a live interview. With only a month to go until Glastonbury Festival 2025, and with organizers confirming names on social media throughout April, fans are speculating about potential 'secret' acts. As anticipation builds for surprise appearances at Worthy Farm in June, one name consistently emerges in the rumour mill this week: the US pop group HAIM . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Revellers pictured at Glastonbury Festival 2024 at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 29, 2024 (photo by). There are calls for Kneecap to be dropped from the bill for the 2025 event Fans with a keen eye have noted that HAIM, who have announced a UK tour in October, are scheduled for a single show on June 27, 2025, at Dreamland in Margate . This has led to speculation that this performance could serve as a warm-up for a Glastonbury appearance, given the festival's dates of June 25-29, 2025. Social media is abuzz with this possibility, with one user commenting: "Seems pretty likely.... otherwise it's odd that they'd play a one-off gig in Margate in June and then nothing else in the UK until October." HAIM is set to tour the United Kingdom, beginning at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena on October 24, 2025, with tickets for all UK dates available through Ticketmaster UK from 10:00am today (May 2, 2025). UK hip-hop group accidentally reveal Glastonbury Festival appearance HAIM isn't the only act fuelling speculation about surprise performances at Worthy Farm this year. Another group may have inadvertently revealed their involvement during a recent interview. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad During a chat with Roman Kemp on Arsenal's pre-match livestream, the presenter congratulated Rizzle Kicks member Jordan Stephens , saying: "You're playing Glastonbury this year." Jordan's response was an alarmed, 'I haven't actually announced that yet…' prompting Kemp to backtrack. The Rizzle Kicks member then added: 'It's gonna come out at some point." This exchange has generated excitement among fans of the band, who are scheduled to reform and perform in London and Manchester in June, leading to speculation that these shows could also be warm-up performances. Adding to the speculation, one social media user suggested that Huey Morgan should introduce the band, referencing an incident in 2006 when the pair hosted Never Mind The Buzzcocks with Morgan as a guest , which culminated in the former Fun Lovin' Criminal smashing a mug on the desk. Who do you think will perform a secret set at Glastonbury Festival this year, or who have you heard might be there? Share your rumoured acts and fuel the speculation in the comments below.
Scotsman
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Glastonbury 2025: US pop group and UK hip-hop act the latest rumoured named
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The speculation over secret sets at Worthy Farm this year grows as May begins... Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... With Glastonbury Festival over a month away, speculation on 'secret' appearances continues this week. Fans of a US pop group, known for their friendship with Taylor Swift, think that they could be making a stop at Worthy Farm before their UK tour. Meanwhile, a popular UK hip-hop group were accidentally 'outed' as a secret set during a live interview. With only a month to go until Glastonbury Festival 2025, and with organizers confirming names on social media throughout April, fans are speculating about potential 'secret' acts. As anticipation builds for surprise appearances at Worthy Farm in June, one name consistently emerges in the rumour mill this week: the US pop group HAIM . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Revellers pictured at Glastonbury Festival 2024 at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 29, 2024 (photo by). There are calls for Kneecap to be dropped from the bill for the 2025 event Fans with a keen eye have noted that HAIM, who have announced a UK tour in October, are scheduled for a single show on June 27, 2025, at Dreamland in Margate . This has led to speculation that this performance could serve as a warm-up for a Glastonbury appearance, given the festival's dates of June 25-29, 2025. Social media is abuzz with this possibility, with one user commenting: "Seems pretty likely.... otherwise it's odd that they'd play a one-off gig in Margate in June and then nothing else in the UK until October." HAIM is set to tour the United Kingdom, beginning at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena on October 24, 2025, with tickets for all UK dates available through Ticketmaster UK from 10:00am today (May 2, 2025). UK hip-hop group accidentally reveal Glastonbury Festival appearance HAIM isn't the only act fuelling speculation about surprise performances at Worthy Farm this year. Another group may have inadvertently revealed their involvement during a recent interview. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad During a chat with Roman Kemp on Arsenal's pre-match livestream, the presenter congratulated Rizzle Kicks member Jordan Stephens , saying: "You're playing Glastonbury this year." Jordan's response was an alarmed, 'I haven't actually announced that yet…' prompting Kemp to backtrack. The Rizzle Kicks member then added: 'It's gonna come out at some point." This exchange has generated excitement among fans of the band, who are scheduled to reform and perform in London and Manchester in June, leading to speculation that these shows could also be warm-up performances. Adding to the speculation, one social media user suggested that Huey Morgan should introduce the band, referencing an incident in 2006 when the pair hosted Never Mind The Buzzcocks with Morgan as a guest , which culminated in the former Fun Lovin' Criminal smashing a mug on the desk.
