The show is coming to the UK due to the ongoing war in Ukraine
Two places in the North West have been shortlisted to host next year's Eurovision Song Contest - but sadly none are in Lancashire.
Bids had to demonstrate how they plan to reflect Ukrainian culture, music and communities. Scott Mills joined Zoe Ball on the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show this morning to announce the news. Reacting to the news, Sheona Southern, Managing Director of Marketing Manchester, said: "We are delighted that Manchester has been shortlisted as a host city for the Eurovision Song Contest 2023! As a city-region known globally for our incredible music legends, a reputation for hosting world-class events, and as a place that warmly opens its arms to diverse communities and people from all over the globe, Greater Manchester ticks all the boxes as a potential host for the unifying and...
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