On the 1st of August 2023, we have reported that the BBC and TaP Music collaboration for Eurovision came to an end after 2 years.
Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of BBC entertainment, gave an interview where she revealed more details about the BBC‘s plans for Eurovision 2024:
However, the BBC recognises the importance of selecting an artist who has the ability to perform live in giant arenas. Thus, the BBC will possibly consult with industry specialists to select the Eurovision 2024 act.
The UK has internally selected the act for Eurovision since 2020.
Between the years 2016 and 2019, the country held a national selection for Eurovision.
Mae Muller represented the UK at Eurovision 2023. She ended in the 25th place with a total of 24 points, performing “I Wrote a Song“:
So far, the list of countries that have confirmed participation in Eurovision 2024 includes: Sweden, Norway, Finland, Israel, Moldova, Estonia, Austria, Cyprus, Denmark, Spain, France, Germany, The Netherlands, Luxembourg, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Malta, Serbia, Switzerland, Azerbaijan, and Lithuania.
Relying on this statement, the United Kingdom will also participate in the contest.
Eurovision 2024 will be held in Malmö,Sweden.
The semi-final will be held on the 7th and 9th of May 2024, and the grand final will be held on the 11h of May 2024
