Netherlands makes U-turn over Eurovision return
Summary
The Netherlands will not take part in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, reversing a pledge to return after boycotting the 2026 event. Public broadcaster NPO said debate over Israel’s participation and the lack of a suitable format made it too early to rejoin; the contest will still be broadcast in the Netherlands.Key Facts
- NPO announced the Netherlands’ withdrawal from Eurovision 2027.
- Dutch broadcaster Avrotros had said it would not take part, but NPO pledged last month that the country would return.
- NPO media director Jurre Bosman said Israel’s participation had caused discussion and division in Dutch society.
- NPO chair Jet de Ranitz said discussions did not produce a suitable format for a return.
- Eurovision director Martin Green said organisers respected the Netherlands’ decision.
- The Netherlands, Iceland, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia boycotted the 2026 contest over Israel’s participation.
- Ireland will also not take part in 2027, while the Czech broadcaster withdrew citing spending cuts.
- Eurovision 2027 is scheduled for 15 May in Burgas, Bulgaria.
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