# Olivia Dean Nominated, Lily Allen Snubbed in Mercury Prize List

The Mercury Prize announced its shortlist, featuring a nomination for Olivia Dean while Lily Allen was notably excluded. The awards recognize the best British and Irish albums of the year, sparking discussion about industry trends and snubs.

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### Entertainment
- [BBC Entertainment](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq6dmlr1gzeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:45:12 GMT