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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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UK Independent Reviewer of Terrorism Legislation explains proposed new law change to help police deal with paramilitary flags

UK Independent Reviewer of Terrorism Legislation explains proposed new law change to help police deal with paramilitary flags

2026-02-1301:19:19

& should people convicted of benefit fraud be named and shamed?
PSNI officers will now remove public displays of sectarian flags and emblems when it's safe to do so

PSNI officers will now remove public displays of sectarian flags and emblems when it's safe to do so

2026-02-1201:19:09

& Treasury gives Stormont £400m to ensure it can balance the books - but needs repaid.
Nigel Farage rips into working from home culture - should the days of working from home be numbered?

Nigel Farage rips into working from home culture - should the days of working from home be numbered?

2026-02-1101:18:22

And another person whose luggage was stolen while travelling talks to Nolan
Police say they will no longer stand by and ignore flags flying illegally on lampposts - a new dawn for Northern Ireland?

Police say they will no longer stand by and ignore flags flying illegally on lampposts - a new dawn for Northern Ireland?

2026-02-1001:19:09

& plans to redevelop Boucher Playing Fields into full time sporting use are put on hold
Belfast City Council 'restrict' report as they consider stopping gigs at city's largest outdoor concert venue

Belfast City Council 'restrict' report as they consider stopping gigs at city's largest outdoor concert venue

2026-02-0901:16:31

Also, BBC TV licence fee set to rise to £180 a year from April - is it worth the money?
Police staff compensation claims over PSNI data breach - is £7,500 for those impacted justified?

Police staff compensation claims over PSNI data breach - is £7,500 for those impacted justified?

2026-02-0501:18:59

Ex-senior police officer Alan Mains and political commentator Mick Fealty give analysis
Names of PSNI officers published on court website in error

Names of PSNI officers published on court website in error

2026-02-0401:19:02

& NIPSA union warn they will strike if proposed changes to education system are adopted
Timothy Gaston MLA suspended from Assembly for two days - he fights back on Nolan

Timothy Gaston MLA suspended from Assembly for two days - he fights back on Nolan

2026-02-0301:19:14

Commentators Newton Emerson and Emma De Souza give their analysis
New leader of the UUP Jon Burrows on Nolan

New leader of the UUP Jon Burrows on Nolan

2026-02-0201:18:53

Also, the ongoing problem of potholes damaging cars in NI - a motorist talks to Stephen.
Pubs and hotels relief as rates revaluation process is paused by Finance Minister O’Dowd. But what next?

Pubs and hotels relief as rates revaluation process is paused by Finance Minister O’Dowd. But what next?

2026-01-3001:19:47

Also, is the Department of Infrastructure doing enough to fix NI's pothole problem?
Ban politicians from pubs in Northern Ireland if proposed rates hike isn’t stopped - Hospitality Ulster warning

Ban politicians from pubs in Northern Ireland if proposed rates hike isn’t stopped - Hospitality Ulster warning

2026-01-2901:20:18

Also, should all schools in NI give girls the choice to wear trousers as uniform?
Children ‘screaming in fear’ - family intimidated out of home in sectarian attack. What are the police doing about it?

Children ‘screaming in fear’ - family intimidated out of home in sectarian attack. What are the police doing about it?

2026-01-2801:20:51

Also, NI pubs call on Finance minister for rates help & callers on Nolan's tinted hair.
Inspirational 24-year-old woman told she might never walk again following car accident has ‘no regrets’

Inspirational 24-year-old woman told she might never walk again following car accident has ‘no regrets’

2026-01-2701:19:21

& should new younger drivers face a limit to how many late night passengers they have?
Standards Commissioner finds Communities Minister Gordon Lyons breached ministerial code

Standards Commissioner finds Communities Minister Gordon Lyons breached ministerial code

2026-01-2601:20:42

Also, fears over impact higher business rates could have on pubs and hotels across NI.
Should the age of criminal responsibility to be raised from 10 to 14 in NI. At what age does a child know right from wrong?

Should the age of criminal responsibility to be raised from 10 to 14 in NI. At what age does a child know right from wrong?

2026-01-2301:18:17

And-ahead of the BBC final of the Traitors contestant Matthew talks about his experience
Calls for no more false dawns for Casement Park, but where is the funding to complete the project?

Calls for no more false dawns for Casement Park, but where is the funding to complete the project?

2026-01-2101:19:32

Also, Eve Rosato discusses paid leave for parents in NI whose baby arrives prematurely.
Trump takes another swipe at UK and doubles down on ambition to take control of Greenland

Trump takes another swipe at UK and doubles down on ambition to take control of Greenland

2026-01-2001:19:03

Also, is 'Brand Beckham' broken? Son Brooklyn hits out at famous parents on social media
Nolan Show reveals that five murder trials delayed by the Criminal Bar Association strike

Nolan Show reveals that five murder trials delayed by the Criminal Bar Association strike

2026-01-1901:19:28

Eve Rosato is back presenting this week. Also discussing unionist unity and Trump tariffs
Rat wreaks havoc in car chewing through seat belts and wires as owner says his motor is now a write off

Rat wreaks havoc in car chewing through seat belts and wires as owner says his motor is now a write off

2026-01-1601:18:31

Also, is it time for a sporting museum in Northern Ireland?
Organ donation heroes celebrated for their lifesaving impact in this deeply personal programme with Stephen Watson

Organ donation heroes celebrated for their lifesaving impact in this deeply personal programme with Stephen Watson

2026-01-1501:20:51

& new report suggests in event of united Ireland, a new broadcaster should be considered
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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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