The world’s biggest promoter seems to not be doing its part to protect independent venues in the UK.
Another comment on Live Nation’s inability to implement the grassroots ticket levy.
The world’s biggest promoter seems to not be doing its part to protect independent venues in the UK.
Another comment on Live Nation’s inability to implement the grassroots ticket levy.
In January 2026 the LIVE Trust will start to award grants to Grassroots Music Venues. This is the money they have received from the voluntary £1 Grassroots levy on arena and Stadium tickets.
In December 2025 grant applications will open. If you are working for a Grassroots Music venue you need to read the document below and work out if you are eligible and what you propose to do with a grant if it awarded.
Link to the document: https://www.livemusic.biz/file/HCxkPekrdRZsuTqSipExe5sFgOPKkdsHpiq8B56K