People across Glasgow are speaking out following the announcement that Liverpool will host next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

Glasgow and Liverpool had been whittled down to the final two potential host cities after beating off competition including Birmingham, Manchester and Newcastle.

Veteran Eurovision commentator Graham Norton revealed that Glasgow had narrowly missed out on the top spot this evening while appearing on BBC's The One Show.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was amongst the first to react to the news saying: "Congratulations, Liverpool.

"Gutted for Glasgow, but no doubt you’ll do Eurovision and Ukraine proud."

Council leader Susan Aitken took the opportunity to share her gratitude for the team behind Glasgow's bid.

She said: "Massive congratulations to Liverpool, a great city.

"Now gie it laldy for Ukraine. Am so proud of our Glasgow team who put together a brilliant bid to get to the final two.

"We’ll be cheering Liverpool on for a successful Eurovision with the Ukrainian people at its [heart]."

 

Pop Idol winner Michelle McManus first said that she was "gutted" on behalf of Glasgow but later continued: "Well done Liverpool."

 

The team at the OVO Hydro, the venue that would have hosted the contest had Glasgow been successful, said: "We are disappointed that Glasgow has not been chosen as host city for Eurovision 2023, but we know our friends and colleagues in Liverpool will do an incredible job!

"Best of luck to MandSBankArena, you know where we are if you need a little extra laldy!"

One disappointed Eurovision fan said: "I have loved Eurovision since I was a kid so the thought of it being held in Glasgow was amazing but well done to Liverpool."

 

Another added: "Woke up to find Glasgow doesn't have #Eurovision. Absolutely gutted but Liverpool will be phenomenal hosts!

"Also had a quick look at accommodation and I'm so glad I booked ours a few weeks ago."

 

Meanwhile tonight, Mayor of Liverpool Joanne Anderson said: “This is a massive event and the eyes of the world will be on us in May, especially those of our friends in Ukraine.

“Now begins months of work to put on the best party ever.

“Ukraine, you have my promise we will do you proud.”