SWEDEN WON THE Eurovision last night, as Ireland’s entry failed to make the final.

Despite holding the record for the most wins, Ireland hasn’t won since 1996 and has failed to make the final on five of the last 11 occasions. In two of those that we did make, we came last.

The country has tried everything, it seems, from reality TV shows to public votes to sending a turkey, and still we can’t seem to crack it.

Should we just jack it in?

We’re asking: Should Ireland give up on the Eurovision?

Poll Results:

Yes - it's a waste of money (10592)

No - but we need to pick better songs (7250)

No - it's great fun (1485)

I don't know (439)

Yes - it's a waste of money
No - it's great fun
No - but we need to pick better songs
I don't know

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Poll: Should Ireland give up on the Eurovision?

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