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Eurovision Considers Major Voting Rule Changes to Reduce Political Influence
Eurovision organizers are considering significant changes to their voting rules for 2027 to reduce persistent and concerning political voting. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is working on new regulations to ensure fairness.
14 Aug, 10:23 — 14 Aug, 15:07
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BBCHigh9d ago
Eurovision proposes new rules to reduce political voting
Organisers reportedly say politically motivated voting is "persistent" and is seen as "deeply worrying".
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Eurovision Eyes Voting Changes & Blocks Countries In “Armed Conflict” Zones From Hosting Competition
The Eurovision Song Contest is planning to change the rules to stop tactical voting, according to several reports. The news comes soon after Eurovision announced a series of changes for the 2027 edition of the competition, which has become an increasingly hot political potato in Europe over recent years. Both the BBC and Sweden’s Aftonbladet […]
By Jesse Whittock
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First report: BBC · 14 Aug, 10:23|Full coverage: 7 · 8h|Window: 8h
