RTÉ release new statement about 2027 Eurovision Song Contest
News just in. RTÉ has confirmed that it will, once again, not participate in or broadcast the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest. In recent years, there have been increasing calls to boycott the competition on account of Israel’s involvement and to show solidarity with the people of Palestine. The Irish broadcaster withdrew from the 2026 Eurovision […]
3 weeks ago
Eurovision 2027: Netherlands pulls out as RTÉ stays silent on Ireland
Eurovision 2027 has lost another country. Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS said on Monday that the event can “no longer be considered neutral” amid divisions over the war in Gaza. The broadcasters have confirmed that the Netherlands will not take part in next year’s Song Contest in Burgas. The Netherlands also sat out this year’s contest in […]
1 month ago
Eurovision 2027 host city confirmed as Burgas in Bulgaria
Eurovision 2027 comes after a rule change Irish Eurovision fans can get the diary out, Eurovision 2027 will take place in Burgas, with the Bulgarian Black Sea city chosen to host the 71st edition of the contest. The grand final will be staged on Saturday 15 May 2027, with the semi-finals on Tuesday 11 May […]
2 months ago