NATIONAL LOTTERY'S NEW YEAR'S EVE BIG BASH SHELVED AFTER THREE YEARS ON ITV

The National Lottery's New Year's Eve Big Bash will not return for 2025, it has been confirmed. The National Lottery has stated that the show will be taking a "break" this year and will not be part of ITV's festive schedule for 2025.

Previously hosted by Alesha Dixon & Jason Manford and most recently by Fleur East & Vernon Kay, the Big Bash is a spectacular music and entertainment show that brings together some of the UK’s most celebrated stars for a party like no other. Along with live music and performances, the event takes a look back at some of the key occasions and memorable moments from the year.

The evening featured musical performances, popular culture highlights, key sporting moments and worldwide events that have impacted the UK throughout the year. As well as performances by top entertainers, the Big Bash shined a light on some of the extraordinary people who made a difference to others with the help of National Lottery funding.

The National Lottery's Big Bash aired onITV1 and ITVX.