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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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Why did it take nearly two weeks for the PSNI to release a mugshot of a convicted rapist on the run?

Why did it take nearly two weeks for the PSNI to release a mugshot of a convicted rapist on the run?

2025-10-0701:18:47

Belfast Telegraph's Allison Morris and former senior police officer Alan Mains discuss.
SDLP leader on opposition, criticism of Stormont's delivery, and her vision for the future of Ireland north and south

SDLP leader on opposition, criticism of Stormont's delivery, and her vision for the future of Ireland north and south

2025-10-0601:20:36

Claire Hanna is in the studio talking to Nolan.
Road blockages in protest over war in Gaza - is that a just form of protest? And is it supported?

Road blockages in protest over war in Gaza - is that a just form of protest? And is it supported?

2025-10-0301:19:49

Also, Storm Amy is set to hit Northern Ireland today with The Met Office warning of gusts up to 80mph along exposed coasts.
Unionists vow to ‘fight tooth and nail’ against new Belfast City Council Irish language policy.

Unionists vow to ‘fight tooth and nail’ against new Belfast City Council Irish language policy.

2025-10-0201:19:11

Also, the Labour government has ordered every GP practice in England to offer online appointment bookings throughout the day.
Big Belfast City Council vote - if it passes there will be more Irish on council owned facilities, vehicles, signs and logos

Big Belfast City Council vote - if it passes there will be more Irish on council owned facilities, vehicles, signs and logos

2025-10-0101:19:29

Nolan talks to DUP's Sarah Bunting and former Sinn Fein election candidate Chris Donnelly
Take job offer or risk losing your benefits - Chancellor puts it up to unemployed young people

Take job offer or risk losing your benefits - Chancellor puts it up to unemployed young people

2025-09-3001:19:59

Also, the PHA launches the NI winter vaccination programme - what do you need to know?
Could Parliament or the Lord’s veto a border poll, called by the Secretary of State, in the future?

Could Parliament or the Lord’s veto a border poll, called by the Secretary of State, in the future?

2025-09-2901:20:49

Nolan talks to Belfast Telegraph's Sam McBride and Aontu leader Peadar Tóibín.
NI Health Minister ’scared’ over RCN threat of nurses’ strike before Christmas.

NI Health Minister ’scared’ over RCN threat of nurses’ strike before Christmas.

2025-09-2601:18:22

Also, would you be happy to be part of a UK-wide digital I.D. scheme?
Calls from journalists and campaigners for a public inquiry into PSNI spying

Calls from journalists and campaigners for a public inquiry into PSNI spying

2025-09-2501:18:08

Also, leading loyalist Winston Irvine has prison sentence doubled by Court of Appeal.
Justice Minister tackles British & Irish governments for appointing negotiator to discuss disbandment with paramilitaries.

Justice Minister tackles British & Irish governments for appointing negotiator to discuss disbandment with paramilitaries.

2025-09-2401:21:41

Also, a woman says she pays more on childcare than rent.
DUP and NI Green Party clash over ‘war on wokeness’

DUP and NI Green Party clash over ‘war on wokeness’

2025-09-2301:20:34

Also, UUP MLA Jon Burrows slams a Department of Justice consultation.
DUP party conference – Stormont over Starmer, Irish sea border, trans issues, unionist unity

DUP party conference – Stormont over Starmer, Irish sea border, trans issues, unionist unity

2025-09-2201:20:09

Nolan talks to DUP MLA Phillip Brett and TUV MP Jim Allister.
A paedophile in Belfast forced from their home. Where should sex offenders, released from prison, live?

A paedophile in Belfast forced from their home. Where should sex offenders, released from prison, live?

2025-09-1901:19:18

Also, security rules around liquids have been relaxed at Dublin airport.
Major incident in Southern Trust as IT systems crash – how long until all missed patient appointments are rescheduled?

Major incident in Southern Trust as IT systems crash – how long until all missed patient appointments are rescheduled?

2025-09-1801:19:16

Also on the show, is Belfast City Airport dropping George Best from its name?
Education Minister Paul Givan - AI speech allegation ‘categorically incorrect’ & has distracted from really important SEN issue

Education Minister Paul Givan - AI speech allegation ‘categorically incorrect’ & has distracted from really important SEN issue

2025-09-1701:17:26

Also, Belfast City Airport proposes rail connection in a new '2040 Master Plan'.
MI5 admits it 'illegally obtained data' from former BBC journalist's phone – is that an attack on democracy?

MI5 admits it 'illegally obtained data' from former BBC journalist's phone – is that an attack on democracy?

2025-09-1601:18:49

Also, the Alliance party has slammed the Education Minister's new school uniform bill.
Tributes pour in for former world champion boxer and 'working class hero' Ricky Hatton

Tributes pour in for former world champion boxer and 'working class hero' Ricky Hatton

2025-09-1501:18:32

Nolan talks to two-time world champion Carl Frampton and boxing pundit Steve Bunce.
Has the northwest been 'shafted' in football stadium funding announcement?

Has the northwest been 'shafted' in football stadium funding announcement?

2025-09-1201:18:48

Nolan talks to Communities Minister Gordon Lyons
Fight for equality - school boy in battle with his school over conflicting earring policy for boys and girls

Fight for equality - school boy in battle with his school over conflicting earring policy for boys and girls

2025-09-1101:18:57

Chris Quinn - Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People reacts
PSNI confirm there were two racist attacks at a car park in east Belfast on Monday night - eyewitness speaks to Nolan

PSNI confirm there were two racist attacks at a car park in east Belfast on Monday night - eyewitness speaks to Nolan

2025-09-1001:21:02

Justice Minister Naomi Long talks to Nolan.
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Comments (2)

cathy briel

heartbroken listening to the testament of the amazing woman who lost her father during covid..

May 9th
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Liam Cronin

Bring on a united Ireland. Thankfully it seems the DUP is doing the heavy lifting in attaching that goal 🇮🇪

May 17th
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