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Not ‘going to be easy’ for Ireland to return to Eurovision, RTÉ boss says

RTÉ boss Kevin Bakhurst also said he does not believe it will be possible for organisers to remove Israel from the competition.

Evening Standard · 6h ago

Netherlands Boycotts Eurovision 2027 Claiming Israel's Participation 'Causes Discussion and Division'

The Netherlands has withdrawn from Eurovision 2027 after broadcasters failed to agree on a workable participation plan amid controversy over Israel's involvement in the contest.

International Business Times UK · Oct 28

'Had Enough' Prague Protest: Thousands march against media funding bill; critics fear political pressure

Thousands gathered in Prague to protest government proposals affecting public television and radio funding. The planned changes would replace licence fees with state budget allocations, raising concerns about media independence. Critics argue that these measures may expose broadcasters to political pressure and reduce their financial stability. Public media employees announced…

The Times of India · Oct 26

Belfast to submit official bid to host Eurovision if shortlisted

The shortlist of candidate cities to host Eurovision 2023 is to be published on Friday.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2022

City Council confirms Nottingham Eurovision bid won't be going ahead

Despite our great venues, a vibrant and diverse communities and excellent green transport links

Nottingham Post · Aug 9, 2022

Liverpool and Manchester set for Eurovision shortlist reveal

They are expected to face competition from the likes of Sheffield and London among others

Birmingham Post · Aug 9, 2022

Two Scottish cities bid to host Eurovision next year

The European Broadcasting Union and BBC confirmed the annual competition will be hosted in the UK

Insider UK · Jul 26, 2022

Glasgow 'most likely' to host Eurovision 2023 with over half of the vote

The UK is set to host the 2023 Eurovision song contest on behalf of Ukraine and the race to find the host city is on - but Glasgow is in the lead with the votes so far.

Glasgow Live · Jul 25, 2022

UK to host 2023 Eurovision Song Contest on behalf of Ukraine

The European Broadcasting Union decides it is too risky to hold the annual song competition in war-ravaged Ukraine.

Al Jazeera · Jul 25, 2022

Everything we know so far about Eurovision 2023 and how the host city will be chosen

Organisers have said that Ukraine will be honoured throughout the contest.

Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2022