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Why I spent £150,000 to help save the Glastonbury of comedy

Interview: Over the years it has honoured some of the biggest names in comedy, including Rich Hall, Al Murray, The League of Gentlemen, Steve Coogan, Stephen Fry, Sean Hughes and Frank Skinner.

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PHIL MILLER, Arts Correspondent

Over the years it has honoured some of the biggest names in comedy, including Rich Hall, Al Murray, The League of Gentlemen, Steve Coogan, Stephen Fry, Sean Hughes and Frank Skinner.

However, the 30-year history of the Edinburgh Comedy Award nearly came to an end this year.