Actors say casting agency owes them thousands

Actors across England allege that Lucy Harrison Casting has withheld payments for completed jobs, with reports of losses exceeding £1,000. Wedding singer Sharon Stanton, who has worked in the industry for over 15 years, is among many waiting for compensation after her son’s first commercial job. Despite multiple follow-ups, payments have not been received after five months, prompting Stanton to research the agency's practices. Natalie Neri, another affected actor, claims the agency collected funds from the production while failing to pay her and her colleagues. The agency recently liquidated one of its companies, raising concerns about its operational integrity.

The government's Employment Agency Standards Inspectorate is investigating the agency following numerous complaints from actors. Lucy Harrison Casting asserts that it operates within UK law, but the situation has left many questioning their reliability. Actress Alexa Morden is actively collecting information from affected talent to shed light on the issue.