From 6th April 2008 all employment agencies; of any description - must give a 7 day cooling off period to performers & models in the entertainments industry; when they charge up-front fees. But, agencies do not have to tell you, that you have such a right! Click: http://www.thestage.co.uk/news/newsstory.php/19154/shadow-consumer-minister-condemns For those wishing to listen to the Parliamentary debate on scam up-front fees; dated 10Dec07; and to know more on the issue affecting many performers - looking for work. Click: http://www.zshare.net/audio/55512126de053b/ Finally, I must thank MP Mark Prisk for his outstanding contribution; in supporting Equity and all performers striving to get work in our industry. This goes far beyond party politics; it relates to grossly unfair practices that should have been resolved years ago. Shame!