Edinburgh Fringe artists struggle with accommodation as university leases end early

Edinburgh Fringe performers face accommodation issues as Queen Margaret University leases end before the festival concludes. QMU's student halls, a key affordable option for artists, are only available until August 30, forcing some to shorten their runs or find last-minute lodging. The Fringe runs until August 31, and QMU needs to prepare rooms for returning students, while the Fringe Society advises artists to confirm booking dates.