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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Josie Clarke

Three foreign-based ticket touts caught inflating prices on Viagogo, investigation finds

Three touts from foreign countries were behind over three-quarters of more than 1,600 ticket listings placed on Viagogo, an investigation has revealed.

An examination by campaign group FanFair Alliance uncovered resales for nearly 300 shows across 13 venues in Manchester, Salford and Stockport. These included Band On The Wall, Gorilla, Night & Day Cafe, The Star & Garter, YES, Rebellion, New Century and The White Hotel.

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