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For the first time in 17 years, the UK is competing in the youth contest where singers never score nul points – as it’s too cruel. Its entrants talk Instagram, viral fame – and not knowing Bucks Fizz

The annual BBC show featured musical performances, comedy sketches and fundraising challenges.

Throughout Friday night's 'Great Spotacular Appeal Night' show, Children in Need presenters referred to the fact many across the country may be struggling to dig as deep as they usually do, as the BBC show aired during the cost of living crisis

This year marks the first time in 17 years that the country is taking part in the annual event