"We're used to the carnival, so we're ready." Since winning last year's final, Switzerland has been working furiously to prepare for the hundreds of thousands of guests who will converge on the town of Basel at the end of the week. Aurore Chatard, Head of Security is also aware of the scale of this year's event. At last year's final in Malmo, Sweden, many pro-Palestinian protestors were arrested, and there is speculation smiilar actions could occur in Basel. Chatard warns; "people will come and take advantage of the visibility to get their message across". Another risk is that of assaults. Eurovision has long been popular with the queer community, often an outlet for queer performers and fans, however the risk of hate crimes and sexual violence concerns Victim Support manager Beat Jaun. Working 24/7 over the event, Beat and his team will be available to support, with one clear message to queer Eurovision fans: "I'm here for you".