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Stephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day: an unmissable mixture of news, phone ins and entertainment. From BBC Radio Ulster

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Stephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day: an unmissable mixture of news, phone ins and entertainment. From BBC Radio Ulster

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English


Episodes
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Storm Éowyn leaves trail of debris and destruction as thousands in Northern Ireland left without power

1/24/2025
Latest storm updates and advice from around the country

Duration:01:19:32

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President of UK National Black Police Assoc. hits out at ‘racist’ social media posts over PSNI recruitment ad

1/23/2025
Also, we hear the latest on Friday's weather warnings

Duration:01:19:43

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PSNI launch recruitment campaign for police officers as numbers fall to all-time low

1/22/2025
Do our MLAs need to spruce themselves up and dress a little smarter?

Duration:01:19:36

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Another post-Brexit defeat for unionism as the government reject first call to trigger Stormont brake

1/21/2025
Plus, a discussion on Donald Trump's first few hours back as U.S. president

Duration:01:18:04

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What will Donald Trump do first as he returns to White House as 47th American President?

1/20/2025
Also, is it time to end working from home and get everyone back into the office?

Duration:01:19:27

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Questions over Boyne Bridge demolition, Grand Central Station access, cancellations, delays - Translink front up on Nolan Show

1/17/2025
Translink Chief Executive Chris Conway spoke to Mark Simpson.

Duration:01:17:01

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Health service in crisis - what is the Health Minister going to do fix it?

1/16/2025
DUP MLA Edwin Poots says Translink should compensate local traders affected by disruption

Duration:01:18:25

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Nolan Show investigation reveals demolition of Boyne Bridge 'ceased' - and it's not clear when it will start again

1/15/2025
Former Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams is line for a payday from the tax-payer, why?

Duration:01:17:59

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Average response times to serious illnesses missed target by almost 90 mins – NI Ambulance Chief

1/14/2025
Plus, Should BBC licence fee be scrapped?

Duration:01:15:47

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From reporting in Belfast to covering the wild-fires in Los Angeles – we hear from correspondents on the scene.

1/13/2025
From reporting in Belfast to covering the wild-fires in Los Angeles – we hear from correspondents on the scene. Mark Simpson is on the mic.

Duration:01:18:17

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Veteran Good Friday Agreement negotiator returns to Stormont to try and fix Brexit trade problems

1/10/2025
Plus ex-BBC NI stalwart set for Kilimanjaro climb 7 years after devastating diagnosis.

Duration:01:16:41

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Why did the DUP Minister Paul Givan block two schools in Bangor changing into integrated schools?

1/9/2025
Plus, Sandy Row businesses call for rates relief following Boyne Bridge closure.

Duration:01:18:05

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What happened in Spain to the Belfast man John George?

1/8/2025
Also - calls for WWII soldier Blair 'Paddy' Mayne to be awarded Victoria Cross honour.

Duration:01:17:55

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Should we work from home where possible to help our health service during this cold snap?

1/7/2025
Does NI need a new commission to decide where flags should - and shouldn't - be flown?

Duration:01:17:58

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Health service pressures - 'corridor care' becoming the norm and consultant warns people will die because of overcrowding in ED

1/6/2025
Also - Mark Simpson talks football after the thriller match between Man Utd and Liverpool

Duration:01:17:58

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Lonely, without a home and many gripped by addiction - homeless charities say demand for support has soared this year

12/24/2024
Lonely, without a home and many gripped by addiction - homeless charities say demand for support has soared this year. Holly Hamilton sits in for Stephen, on Christmas Eve 2024.

Duration:01:20:13

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Travel chaos for passengers trying to get home for Christmas hit with road, air and ferry delays

12/23/2024
Travel chaos for passengers trying to get home for Christmas hit with road, air and ferry delays. Holly Hamilton attempts to bring some festive cheer amongst it all, she sits in for Nolan.

Duration:01:19:57

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People on certain benefits qualify for a new car every three years - should it be means tested?

12/19/2024
Also - NI 'I'm A Celebrity' contestant Dean McCullough talks about his jungle experience.

Duration:01:19:21

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A convicted murderer goes on the run from prison for a third time. How did that happen?

12/18/2024
And - opening up some bus lanes for taxis in Belfast. A good idea to help traffic chaos?

Duration:01:19:02

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Planning decisions around Belfast city centre chaos interrogated by Nolan

12/17/2024
Also - criminal barristers are to withdraw from Crown Court cases in a row over legal aid

Duration:01:19:52