Glastonbury reported a pre-tax profit of £5.9 million, significantly increasing from £2.9 million the previous year, reflecting a healthy growth in its finances.
Neil Young criticized the festival's alignment with corporate partners, saying it has become a 'corporate turn-off' and is no longer as appealing as it was earlier.
The festival generated approximately £168 million for UK businesses, showcasing its significant economic impact despite criticism regarding corporate influence.
While facing corporate critique, Glastonbury donated £5.2 million to charities like Oxfam and Greenpeace, maintaining its commitment to philanthropy amidst growth.
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