Eric WilliamsJul 1, 2026 – 8.33amLily Allen has defended charging fans 86 British pounds ($165) to sit at the back of a stadium to watch her perform for less than an hour.The British singer, whose album West End Girl was released last October, has been touring Europe since March. She faced criticism online following her recent London dates, after she arrived on stage at the O2 at 9.10pm and left by 10pm.The Telegraph LondonSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles