United Kingdom In The Eurovision Song Contest 1989
A Song for Europe was a television show presented on 24 March 1989, featuring eight songs and hosted by Terry Wogan.
For the second year running, the BBC convened a panel to pass comment on each of the songs. The panel comprised Deke Arlon, Gary Davies, Leslie Bricusse, and former Eurovision winner Lulu.
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