Written questions

Eurovision Song Contest

Commons · Question 105720 · Tabled 14 Jan 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 22 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by Wendy Morton

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, if she will make an assessment of the potential implications for her diplomatic policies of broadcasters in other countries boycotting the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest on political grounds.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 22 Jan 2026

Any decisions made by international broadcasters regarding the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest are for them alone. The Government is committed to a free and independent media. Determination of who takes part in the 2026 Eurovision Song Content is a matter fo...