UK music festivals at risk of cancellation due to ‘pingdemic’ staff shortages
Covid contact tracing app is forcing many workers into self isolation, as sector asks for government help
This summer’s music festival season could face last-minute cancellations due to staffing shortages caused by workers being told to self-isolate by the NHS Covid-19 app, according to industry leaders, who are calling for government support.
Paul Reed, chief executive of the Association of Independent Festivals, said this summer season, which is already greatly reduced after a number of high-profile cancellations including Glastonbury, could face further disruption.



