News - Eurovision
Drumshanbo's Charlie McGettigan to return Eurovision trophy over Israel's involvement
Several countries, including Ireland, are boycotting next year's competition.
Dec 12, 2025 22:58
Boycott Eurovision over Israel's involvement, Drumshanbo's Charlie McGettigan tells contestants
A total of 72 former acts have singed a letter to the European Broadcasting Union, urging Israel to be banned from the event, over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
May 7, 2025 10:57
Local Eurovision winner calls for Ireland to boycott this year's contest
It comes as Ireland's entry, Bambie Thug, has confirmed they will be taking part despite many calling for them not to.
Apr 28, 2024 09:14
Local calls to leave Eurovision following semi final disappointment
Ireland has not qualified for the final since 2019 and has not won the competition since 1996.
May 11, 2023 13:41
Wild Youth to represent Ireland at the Eurovision
The lads are heading for the Merseyside to represent Ireland in May.
Feb 4, 2023 08:01
Two Longford musicians bidding to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2023
Kofi Appiah and Nevlonne Dampare will perform their song "Down in the Rain" on the Late Late Show on February 3rd.
Jan 10, 2023 13:53
Leitrim Eurovision winner has high hopes for Ireland's entry
Brooke Scullion will perform this evening.
May 12, 2022 14:46Shannonside Newsletter
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