The UK will host the 2023 Eurovision song contest, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has confirmed. Given the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, it was decided it was too dangerous for the 2022 winners to host the event and the UK agreed to host the event.
Naturally, people want place across Wales to be considered, but the Welsh Government has already confirmed that Cardiff, and the Principality Stadium is the only one that meets the organisers' requirements. On Monday, Cardiff council said they are "excited about getting round the table with our partners to see what can be done".
Accepting the invitation to host the event, Tim Davie, BBC Director-General says: "It is a matter of great regret that our colleagues and friends in Ukraine are not able to host the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest. Being asked to host the largest and most complex music competition in the world is a great privilege. The BBC is committed to making the event a true reflection of Ukrainian culture alongside showcasing the diversity of British music and creativity. The BBC will now begin the process to find a host city to partner with us on delivering one of the most exciting events to come to the UK in 2023."
