**Eurovision: Mixed opinions on Ireland’s participation**
Despite being tied with Sweden for the highest number of wins, Ireland has struggled in the Eurovision in recent years. After failing to qualify last year for the fifth time in a row, some people suggested that Ireland should give up taking part.
Age and Opinions
According to a recent poll, young people are the most enthusiastic about Ireland’s participation, with 30% of 18-34 year olds saying it’s either very or somewhat important. This is compared to 17% of people aged 45-54 and 55-64, and 15% of people aged 65 and over.
Political Views and Opinions
When broken down by political party, supporters of the Green Party were somewhat of an outlier in their thinking that Ireland’s participation in Eurovision is important. Almost one in four (24%) of the party’s voters felt it is very important we take part, while 29% felt it is somewhat important.
Location, Housing, and Opinions
Dubliners were more positive about Ireland’s participation than those in other regions, with a quarter (25%) expressing a view that taking part is very or somewhat important. This is compared to 16% of those in the rest of Leinster, 22% in Munster and 15% in Connacht-Ulster.
Those who rent privately were more likely to support Ireland’s participation, with 29% feeling it was either very or somewhat important. This was compared to 23% of those who live with parents or other family, 19% who own their home with a mortgage, 18% who own outright and 14% who rent from a council.
Conclusion
While Eurovision is a popular event across Europe, opinions on Ireland’s participation are mixed. Younger people and those living in Dublin are more likely to support Ireland’s involvement, while older people and those in other regions are less enthusiastic.