Jason Manford has become the latest comedian to speak out against the practice of ticket booking fees, going as far as calling booking agents 'parasites'.
The results of the Chortle Awards 2013 have been announced. The awards primarily aim to recognise the work of stand-up comedians operating on the live circuit.
Ticket prices and Olympic TV coverage appear to have impacted on audience numbers at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, with venues reporting low sales on previous years.
