THERE’S A £1 IDEA THAT COULD SAVE SMALL MUSIC VENUES. IS LIVE NATION HOLDING IT BACK?
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✍️ The UK's music industry is facing a crisis with over 150 grassroots venues closing since 2023, but a proposed £1 levy on tickets for arena and stadium shows could raise up to £25m annually to support these venues.
👉 Over 150 grassroots music venues have closed in the UK since 2023 👉 A proposed £1 levy on tickets for arena and stadium shows could raise up to £25m annually 👉 The levy has received widespread support from artists, venues, and the government 👉 Live Nation, the largest promoter in the UK, has been criticized for not taking the lead on the initiative
-- #SamFender #MarkDavyd #SteveDix #SirChrisBryant #MikeGrieve #UK #RoyalAlbertHall #Glasgow #Salford #music
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