Ticketmaster UK Under Fire for Outrageous Booking Fees

Ticketmaster UK has come under fire for its excessive booking fees, which have been described as "outrageous" and "a rip-off."

The fees, which can add up to as much as 25% of the ticket price, have been criticized by consumer groups and politicians alike. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is currently investigating Ticketmaster UK's fees, and the company could face a fine of up to £10 million if it is found to have breached competition law.

Ticketmaster UK has defended its fees, claiming that they are necessary to cover the costs of running its business. However, critics argue that the fees are excessive and that Ticketmaster UK is making a profit at the expense of consumers.

Here are some of the specific criticisms that have been leveled against Ticketmaster UK's booking fees:

The fees are too high. They can add up to as much as 25% of the ticket price, which is a significant amount of money.
The fees are not transparent. Ticketmaster UK does not always make it clear how much the booking fees will be until after you have started the booking process.
The fees are unfair. Ticketmaster UK charges the same booking fees for all tickets, regardless of the price of the ticket.

These criticisms have led to calls for Ticketmaster UK to reduce its booking fees. The CMA is currently investigating the company's fees, and it is possible that the company will be forced to reduce them in the future.

In the meantime, there are a few things that you can do to avoid paying Ticketmaster UK's booking fees:

Buy your tickets from the venue directly. This is the best way to avoid paying booking fees altogether.
Use a ticket reseller. There are a number of ticket resellers that do not charge booking fees. However, you may have to pay a higher price for your tickets.
Buy your tickets in advance. Ticketmaster UK often offers discounts on tickets that are purchased in advance. This can help you to save money on booking fees.

If you are unhappy with Ticketmaster UK's booking fees, you can complain to the CMA. The CMA can investigate your complaint and take action against Ticketmaster UK if it finds that the company has breached competition law.