Roll with it: Ticketmaster gives CMA undertakings on ticket pricing ...
Debbie Heywood looks at the CMA's actions on ticket pricing transparency and the secondary ticketing market in light of Ticketmaster's recent undertakings.
www.taylorwessing.comI don’t have live-tool access right now to pull the very latest headlines, but I can share what's been reported recently about Ticketmaster and GAA and point you to where to check for updates.
Key recent themes
- CMA and regulatory scrutiny in the UK and Ireland has pushed Ticketmaster to commit to price-transparency measures and changes to how pricing is presented during sales and queues. These undertakings aim to reduce surprises for fans and improve clarity around tiered pricing [sources referenced in recent regulatory coverage].
- Irish and UK outlets have reported on ongoing discussions and deals between Ticketmaster and GAA county boards, including incentives and contract arrangements that may affect how tickets for GAA club and county games are sold or renewed. The exact terms have varied by region and over time, with regulators sometimes requiring changes to exclusivity and disclosure [source coverage on Irish and UK activity].
- Broader industry coverage in 2025–2026 highlights regulatory actions affecting Ticketmaster’s practices, including commitments to price-range visibility and advance notice of pricing structures, as part of settlements or undertakings with competition authorities [industry newsletters and major outlets].
Where to check for the latest
- Official statements from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and Irish Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) regarding Ticketmaster undertakings and any new compliance news.
- The Dublin GAA and Leinster GAA sites for county-by-county ticketing arrangements and any announcements about Ticketmaster as a ticketing partner.
- Reputable trade outlets covering ticketing and live events (TheTicketingBusiness, Slaughter and May insights, ITV/Dublin/Eire outlets) for the most recent developments.
If you’d like, I can monitor the latest headlines and summarize the newest items with citations, or focus on a specific angle (regulatory actions, Irish GAA deals, or pricing transparency) and compile a concise update.