Irish TV to air Father Ted instead of Eurovision final in protest against Israel’s inclusion

National broadcaster RTÉ accused of antisemitism for decision to screen satirical 1996 Eurovision episode in boycott of contest

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My Lovely Horse | Father Ted

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Why is Ireland not taking part in this year’s Eurovision?

From Johnny Logan and Dana to years of dominance in the early 1990s, Ireland has a storied history…
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https://www.europesays.com/europe/42979/

It’s Father Ted, Raphael or Gaza documentaries for Eurovision’s boycotters

By Charlie Devereux, Padraic Halpin and Charlotte Van Campenhout MADRID/DUBLIN/AMSTERDAM, May 15 (Reuters) – Broadcasters boycotting Saturday’s Eurovision…
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https://www.europesays.com/europe/42775/

I don't know about you, but I'm following my Irish cousins' example and watching that old Father Ted episode instead of Eurovision this year

#FatherTed #Eurovision #BoycottEurovision2026

Sheffield Reform councillor imitating Father Ted 😧
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Irish TV to air Father Ted instead of Eurovision final in protest against Israel’s inclusion

National broadcaster RTÉ accused of antisemitism for decision to screen satirical 1996 Eurovision episode in boycott of contest

The Guardian

#Glinner is like a #DUP politician: he gets out of bed in the morning with the sole intention that in the course of the day, he will find something to be offended by.

And if he's lucky, he will be outraged by it.

#FatherTed #Eurovision2026 #Eurovision