Peter Aiken: Shows will be 'cancelled left right and centre' due to oil prices increasing

Speaking ahead of a summer of major gigs in Cork, the music promoter also criticised the delays around an event centre being built 

Peter Aiken highlighted his concerns that increased travel costs and flight cancellations will have a knock-on effect on the entertainment industry within the year. Picture: Chani Anderson

Music promoter Peter Aiken has warned that increased oil prices due to the war on Iran could see some international stars cancel Irish concerts.

Speaking at a media event to mark the beginning of the summer concert season in Cork, which will see Live at the Marquee return for its 21st year and country music star Zach Bryan perform two nights at Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Aiken highlighted his concerns that increased travel costs and flight cancellations will have a knock-on effect on the entertainment industry within the year.