BBC boss says corporation will ‘make a decision’ on Eurovision after others threaten boycott over Israel USEnglish The BBC is poised to "make a decision" on its involvement in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, director-general Tim Davie has confirmed.
This comes as broadcasters from Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia have threatened to boycott the Vienna event if Israel is allowed to participate. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which organises Eurovision, stated last week it is consulting its members on how to "manage participation and geopolitical tensions" surrounding the song contest.
Broadcasters have until mid-December to decide on their participation. Mr Davie was asked if he could confirm the BBC’s participation in Eurovision on The Media Show on BBC Radio 4.
He replied: “Well, what we’re doing very specifically on Eurovision is the European Broadcasting Union hosts Eurovision, they are doing a review on what is the right position in terms of entries that come from broadcasters – what assurances do they need and who can compete, and we’re going to let them do their work, and then make a decision.”
Published: September 17, 2025 5:57 pm
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