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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
National
Liam Thorp

Petition calls for city favourite to host Eurovision in Liverpool

With Eurovision now confirmed for Liverpool next May, attention is turning to the show the city will put on.

Liverpool has already released some details of its planned cultural events that will build up to the showpiece event on May 13. There will be city-wide art exhibitions, musical exchange programmes with Ukraine and even a 'Find the Sonia' game, where people will have to locate cut-outs of the Scouse Eurovision legend around the city.

One question that plenty of people are asking is who will host the big night at the Liverpool Arena and Convention Centre? Many are suggesting and hoping that there will be some Ukrainian involvement in terms of the hosting duties on the night. After all Liverpool is holding the event on behalf of this year's winners Ukraine.

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This seems a likely bet as Liverpool's successful bid has placed a huge emphasis on celebrating the spirit, people and culture of Ukraine. But many in the city will be hoping there is a strong Scouse showing on the night as well.

One local figure whose name has gathered some traction is popular local radio host Leanne Campbell, who is known all over the city for her presenting on Radio City as well as her work on podcasts and other broadcasting.

A petition has now been launched calling for Leanne to host the Eurovision next year and is quickly gathering pace. The petition was only started two days ago and has already gathered 1600 names.

It states: "Leanne is the much loved voice of our city who makes the start of our days and journeys to work and school brighter. Leanne's voice, spirit and laughter represent the true heart of the Liverpool people whilst bringing a level of honesty, class & relatability to those who listen, who get interviewed, and who come and see her on stage. I cannot think of anyone better to represent our city and host this Eurovision song contest in true Liverpool style."

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