Extra: Ireland and RTÉ’s Eurovision boycott explained - is the contest in crisis?

It’s official, Ireland will not participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, nor will RTÉ broadcast the event. Eurovision bosses deny the competition is in crisis, but the increasing fractures are making international headlines. How did RTÉ come to its decision to boycott, and what comes next?

Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Kirsty Blake Knox

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