War-torn Ukraine had insisted it would be able to host the event, but the European Broadcasting Union said the nation could not guarantee the safety production staff and fans.
The United Kingdom has agreed to host next year's Eurovision song contest, after organisers said there was no prospect of the pop extravaganza going ahead in war-torn Ukraine.
Culture Minister Oleksandr Tkachenko said on Monday that after "several rounds" of discussion, the EBU had given assurances of an "extremely high integration of Ukrainian context and presenters". Mr Johnson's spokesman added it had been the soon-to-depart prime minister's "strong wish" for Ukraine to host the 2023 edition, and found it "deeply regrettable" that was no longer possible.
"We hope Eurovision 2023 will have a Ukrainian flavour and celebrate our beautiful, unique culture," he said in a statement to the UK's Press Association news agency. But last month, the EBU said Ukraine could not guarantee the safety of more than 10,000 people involved in the production and a further 30,000 fans expected to attend.
The other finalists will be selected via national votes by viewers and judges, typically ranging from mainstream pop to the rather odd.Marco Bertorello"The BBC is committed to making the event a true reflection of Ukrainian culture alongside showcasing the diversity of British music and creativity," he said.
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