The BBC has confirmed that it will broadcast the Junior Eurovision Song Contest for the first time this December.
The move comes as the BBC gears up to host next year's main Eurovision Song Contest on behalf of 2022 winners Ukraine.
The junior contest, featuring performers aged from nine to 14, will take place in Yerevan, Armenia and for the first time since 2005 an entrant from the UK will be among the competitors.
Patricia Hidalgo, director of children's programming at the BBC, said: "We are beyond excited to bring the Junior Eurovision Song Contest to the BBC for the first time, and to showcase the diverse young musical talent from across Europe for children and their families to discover and enjoy together.
"This junior version of Eurovision will undoubtedly encapsulate the same spirit of unity that the adult contest brings, reflecting the heart of what CBBC is all about, an inclusive channel that celebrates the diversity and creativity in all children. I can't wait to unveil our own musical talent who will proudly represent the UK."
The contest will air live on BBC One on Sunday, December 11.
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