Eurovision a major opportunity for Liverpool, minister says

Turin mayor Stefano Lo Russo officially handed over the contest to Liverpool mayor Joanne Anderson night By Claire Hamilton Political reporter, BBC Radio Merseyside Liverpool must do what it does best and "show everyone how to party" as it hosts Eurovision, a minister has said. Stuart Andrew, whose remit includes the contest, said he met business owners in the city ahead of last night’s official handover ceremony and shared his hopes they could capitalise on it. The culture minister said it was "a major opportunity" for the city. Liverpool City Council’s chief executive has called it a "once in a decade" chance to bring in investment. Mr Andrew said he would "do all I can to maximise the benefits from it". "I was here recently for the World Gymnastics Championships and the feedback was incredible," he said. "The city knows how to put on big events." Mr Andrew said the World Gymnastics Championships was an example of the city’s hosting skills The government has not said how much money it will contribute to staging the contest, but Liverpool City Council and Liverpool City Region Combined Authority are to spend a combined £4m on the event . That money will […]

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