Exclusive - UK government department tells Nolan Show the NI government decided not to introduce holiday pay caps for overtime.
Day 3 of the Nolan Show investigating a potential exposure of hundreds of millions of pounds of back dated holiday pay to workers. If they weren't paid properly, a recent court ruling has determined workers can go back and claim for up to 20 years of holiday pay that they were entitled to. The Westminster government rushed through legislation within weeks, to cap the exposure in England and Wal...
34m Jun 21, 2019
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Nolan Show learns that all NI civil servants and other workers throughout NI could be entitled to backdated holiday pay
Breaking - the Nolan Show learns that all NI civil servants and other workers throughout NI could be entitled to backdated holiday pay. It comes after the PSNI lost a court challenge over holiday pay. Lawyer in that case - John McShane - sets out the possible implications.
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Breaking - @StephenNolan Show learns that NI civil servants and other workers could be entitled to backdated holiday pay.
Yesterday we reported how the taxpayer is facing a £40 million bill after the PSNI lost a court challenge over holiday pay. Police officers and civilian staff will now receive backdated holiday pay for total hours worked rather than basic hours. This morning the Department of Finance has told us this regarding Northern Ireland civil servants about back dated holiday pay: "The Department is in e...
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PSNI facing £40 million holiday pay bill. Where will the money come from?
The taxpayer is facing a £40 million bill after the PSNI lost a court challenge over holiday pay. Police officers and civilian staff will now receive backdated holiday pay for total hours worked rather than basic hours. Stephen spoke to independent East Londonderry MLA and former Justice Minister Claire Sugden, former UUP MLA and police reservist Ross Hussey and the commentator and former MP Le...
10m Jun 18, 2019
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A summer Sunday morning in Belfast - but what are tourists to do with shops shut until lunchtime?
A summer Sunday morning in Belfast. Cruise ships docking. Thousands of passengers disembarking. Hordes of tourists roaming the city centre. But where do they go and what do they do if the shops are shut tight til lunchtime? Stephen spoke to Alliance Councillor Kate Nicholl and UUP councillor Jim Rodgers.
23m Jun 18, 2019
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All by herself - Stormont drinks reception cancelled after parties decline Secretary of State invite
Secretary of State Karen Bradley has had to cancel her drinks reception for MLAs at Stormont after the political parties said they would not attend. The invitation stated it was a chance for "informal" talks. Yesterday a government spokesperson said "The Secretary of State respects that the parties have concluded they are not ready for this yet. The event will therefore not take place." Stephen...
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Parents of pupils in rural Fermanagh fear is school doors close for good children could face near 60 mile round trip to alternative school
Some parents of rural pupils at St Mary's High School Brollagh are concerned that if the school closes its doors for good, pupils could face a journey of up to 28 miles each way to the nearest alternative school. They also say it could lead to a 10 hour school day for some, including 3 hours on a bus. Stephen spoke to parent Frank Maguire and Alliance Party rep for Fermamagh & South Tyrone, Mat...
7m Jun 17, 2019
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World-renowned travel guide removes content about Belfast murals after it was described as "highly inaccurate and offensive".
A world-renowned travel guide is to remove content about Belfast murals after it was described as "highly inaccurate and offensive". The content on Fodor's Travel website and in their books on Ireland, said nationalist murals "often aspire to the heights of Sistine Chapel-lite". It said loyalist murals "sometimes resemble war comics without the humour". So what do you make of the many political...
10m Jun 17, 2019
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Talks to restore Stormont descend into a war of words on twitter
The Stormont talks aimed at restoring devolution have taken a turn for the worse this morning. A senior Sinn Fein MP - Michelle Gildnernew - tweeted a short time ago that Arlene Foster and the DUP are "out of touch" with the rest of the parties. It follows a sharply worded tweet from the DUP leader yesterday - Arlene Foster accused Sinn Fein of laying down demands and expecting everyone else to...
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Mum of 3 Sharon pleads for help in her battle against an aggressive form of blood cancer
At the start of this year 44 year old mum of three, Sharon Whyte McCloskey went to the doctor to get her bloods checked as she was feeling extremely tired. What she didn't expect to hear was the words - you have cancer. Sharon was diagnosed with aggressive blood cancer and she needs an extremely rare match in order to beat the illness. She's now pleading with the public to volunteer for stem ce...
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Journalist Sam McBride shares new insight into the ‘cash for ash’ RHI Scandal in upcoming book
It's a book that will lift the lid on how Northern Ireland works. The RHI Inquiry report is on the horizon, and so is a book by the man who has reported on every twist and turn of the green energy scandal 
23m Jun 14, 2019
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The BBC comes under fire after airing a joke by comedian Jo Brand about acid attacks
The BBC has found itself in the middle of a political storm after the Comedian Jo Brand made a controversial joke on a BBC comedy show.  Speaking after Nigel Farage and a number of far-right European election candidates were covered in milkshakes during the EU election campaign, Jo Brand said "Why bother with a milkshake when you could get some battery acid?" Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage ha...
24m Jun 13, 2019
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Boris Johnson launches campaign to be Tory leader. Is he the right man to sort the Brexit?
Boris Johnson launched his bid for the Tory leadership yesterday by insisting he is "not aiming for a no-deal outcome" He told BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg that a no-deal Brexit is a last resort.  Today Conservative MPs will begin the process of choosing their new leader and the next prime minister  when a first round of voting is held in Parliament.  Boris is the bookmakers favourite ...
14m Jun 13, 2019
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Should we ban e-cigs in public?
Should we ban e-cigs in public? The Chief Medical Officer for England - Dame Sally Davies, said she found having to breathe in ‘white clouds’ of e-cigarette vapour offensive and the devices should not be used in public spaces. While she said e-cigarettes were safer than conventional cigarettes, their long-term side effects were unknown.
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NIPSA urging members to vote for strike action over what they call a "meagre" pay offer.
Civil servants could be heading out on strike this summer. The union NIPSA is balloting its members for action in a dispute over pay and promotion.  It was pushing for a 7% pay rise, but management offered 1.25%. And there's anger that senior posts are now to be advertised externally, rather than filled by an internal trawl. Stephen spoke to Carmel Gates from NIPSA.
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MPs warned NI is facing another welfare reform crisis if mitigation payments come to an end while Stormont is in limbo
Northern Ireland is facing another welfare reform crisis. That's the warning MPs were given earlier this week. Two Westminster committees heard there woud be dire consequences if mitigation payments come to an end while Stormont is in limbo. Stephen spoke to Kevin Higgins from Advice NI, Kate McCauley from Housing Rights NI, Sinn Fein MLA Alex Maskey, SDLP MLA Nichola Mallon and DUP MLA Jim Wells.
19m Jun 12, 2019
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Which type of plane passenger annoys you most?
What grinds your gears about the behaviour of other people when it comes to travelling? Drunk passengers on a flight, people putting their seat back while you're eating? And how do you approach the situation when it arises? There's a new guide on this and all other travel etiquette matters to help you through the minefield of travel around the world and the nuances between different countries. ...
7m Jun 12, 2019
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PUP councillor John Kyle accuses loyalist blogger Jamie Bryson of brushing over the problem of paramilitary drug dealers
An East Belfast Councillor has accused loyalist commentator Jamie Bryson of 'brushing over the problem of paramilitary drug dealers as if they don't exist'. Mr Bryson had told the Belfast Telegraph that 'loyalism is not a byword for paramilitarism'. The debate began after Jamie Bryson told this programme that working class unionists are subjected to "dehumanising stereotypes". Stephen spoke to ...
43m Jun 12, 2019
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Tattoos in the workplace - should people wear their ink with pride? Or should they be covered up at work?
Visible tattoos in the workplace - do they bother you? Airline Air New Zealand have announced they will end a ban on their staff having visible tattoos, in a move it says will allow staff to express cultural and individual diversity. Some New Zealanders with Maori heritage wear tattoos to mark their genealogy and heritage. Should it have ever been an issue in the first place? Does someone displ...
11m Jun 11, 2019
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Eddie Lynch @COPNI reacts as nearly 4 million pensioners could lose their free TV licence fee
Eddie Lynch is the Commissioner for Older People in Northern Ireland.
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BBC blasted over TV licence move for the over 75s
Up to 3.7 million pensioners could lose their free tv licence fee. The licence which funds the BBC is currently costs nothing for everyone over the age of 75. But new changes mean only low income households will be eligible. Will it affect you? Do you think the Beeb should foot the bill? Stephen got the views of commentator Lembit Opik and Harry Fone from Taxpayers Alliance.
16m Jun 11, 2019
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DUP MP Ian Paisley hits out after nearly 4 million pensioners could lose their free TV licence fee
Up to 3.7 million pensioners who previously received a free TV licence will now have to pay for it after the BBC announced its plans to scrap blanket free licences for over-75s. Only those who receive Pension Credit will still be eligible. The BBC Board said it was the "fairest option to help the poorest pensioners". Stephen got reaction from DUP MP Ian Paisley.
22m Jun 11, 2019
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This year sees the 5th and 10th anniversaries of a specialist treatment for heart attack patients at Altnagelvin and Royal Victoria Hospitals.
Imagine having a heart attack. Imagine seizing up with chest pains or falling over. You'd want to be rushed to your nearest hospital, wouldn't you? Well think again. In many cases that doesn't happen. Depending on the type of heart attack, you may well be taken straight to either Belfast or Derry, bypassing your local A&E, for specialist treatment. 2019 sees the 5th and 10th anniversaries of a ...
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Could a bit of military discipline be the answer for children at risk of getting involved with crime? .
The Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt told a conference that she believes the Army's ethos can 'make a real difference to young people'. Options under consideration include using soldiers to mentor young people and sending more teenagers to military-style colleges where the emphasis is on self-discipline, physical fitness, a sense of duty and service. Would it work here? Stephen got the views of...
12m Jun 10, 2019
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Children of Ballymacrickett Primary School in Crumlin get amazing pictures from their weather balloon
Were you fascinated with SPACE as a kid? Stephen was - and so too are the Primary 7 children of Ballymacrickett Primary School in Crumlin! They recently sent a weather balloon to the edge of space, and got some amazing pictures. Pupil Áine McStay and teacher Jacqueline McAllister spoke to Stephen this morning.
5m Jun 10, 2019
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Some unionists hit out at Belfast "Time for Truth" rally.
Thousands of people attended a rally in Belfast at the weekend organised by relatives of victims of people killed in the Troubles. They were calling for legacy mechanisms to deal with the past - including the full implementation of the Stormont House Agreement. But the event has faced criticism from some unionists for not representing victims of IRA violence. Stephen spoke to the Ulster Unionis...
20m Jun 10, 2019
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Tory leadership hopeful Michael Gove admits taking cocaine - but should using class A drugs be a bar to becoming Prime Minister?
Can you be Prime Minister, if you've done class A drugs? Tory leadership hopeful Michael Gove has admitted he was "fortunate" to avoid prison after using cocaine several times 20 years ago. Apologising for taking cocaine, Mr Gove said: "I deeply regret the mistake that I made." This comes after another Tory leadership candidate Rory Stewart - said he made a "very stupid mistake" smoking opium w...
18m Jun 10, 2019
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Family of Enda Dolan - knocked down and killed by a drunk driver in 2014 - call for tougher sentences for those killed by dangerous driving
A heartbroken County Tyrone family is campaigning for the maximum sentence for death by dangerous driving to be imposed here following the death of their son in 2014. Enda Dolan was just 18 years old when he was knocked down and killed by a drunk driver on the Malone Road close to his Queen's University accommodation. The driver who killed him got a nine year sentence - but only four and a half...
26m Jun 07, 2019
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Chancellor Phillip Hammond says he rejects the idea millions live in dire poverty in the UK.
Are millions of people in dire poverty or just "struggling with the cost of living"? A recent UN report claimed 14 million people in the UK live in poverty and one and half million are destitute. It criticised the government's "punitive, mean-spirited, and often callous" austerity policies. But the chancellor Philip Hammond rejected this claim. Stephen got the views of the commentator and Conse...
13m Jun 07, 2019
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"I made the decision to outsource the investigation and I stand over it" - PSNI Chief Constable George Hamilton on Loughinisland case
"I made the decision to outsource the investigation and I stand over it" - PSNI Chief Constable George Hamilton on Loughinisland case. Irish News journalist Allison Morris reacts.
9m Jun 07, 2019
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A "referendum without a plan is stupid" - the lesson of #Brexit according to former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams.
A "referendum without a plan is stupid" - that's the lesson of Brexit according to former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams. Last year Sinn Fein president Mary Lou McDonald was accused of a u-turn after initially saying a border poll should be parked until after Brexit. So are Gerry Adams comments an indication of a softening of the party's border poll position?  It come on the heels of the party...
26m Jun 07, 2019
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Former MLA criticises 'Time For Truth' rally claiming it's only seeking truth for one section of the community
Nelson McCausland has criticised a 'Time For Truth' event in Belfast this weekend, claiming it's only seeking truth for one section of the community. In his Belfast Telegraph column he says that "Sinn Fein and its fellow travellers are committed to a strategy of rewriting history by distorting and manipulating history". The march organisers have said it's open to everyone - regardless of their ...
10m Jun 06, 2019
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Is it time to permanently pedestrianise Belfast City Centre?
Should we permanently pedestrianisation Belfast City Centre? Well that could me on the cards. Belfast City Council and the Departments for Infrastructure and Communities have announced they'll jointly commission a study, to examine how the city centre should develop in a way that is accessible and welcoming for all. But would you welcome it? Stephen got the views of Belfast City Councillor and ...
8m Jun 06, 2019
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Victims of historical institutional abuse a step closer to receiving the compensation they were promised
The victims of historical institutional abuse in Northern Ireland are one step closer to receiving the compensation they were promised. The political parties and the head of the civil service are presenting a united front to the Secretary of State on draft legislation at Westminster. Last month, Karen Bradley sparked protests from victims' groups when she refused to bring legislation to parliam...
8m Jun 06, 2019
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'Straight Pride' parade plan for Boston as organisers say they are an oppressed majority.
An online group's plans to organise a "straight" counterpart to Boston's annual LGBTQ Pride Parade has been met with criticism. Members of the organization, which calls itself Super Happy Fun America, say they want to "celebrate being heterosexual". They state on their website - "Straight people are an oppressed majority. We will fight for the right of straights everywhere to express pride in t...
25m Jun 06, 2019
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People contact @BBCNolan to hit out about not being able to vote in recent EU elections
We've been contacted by a number of people who were unable to vote in the recent EU elections despite their best efforts. Stephen spoke to Laurence and Aaltje.
9m Jun 05, 2019
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The NHS - will it be part of a UK-US trade deal? @realDonaldTrump can't seem to make up his mind.
Will the NHS be part of any trade deal negotiations between the UK and the US? Yesterday Donald Trump said the NHS must be "on the table" in post-Brexit trade talks as part of a 'phenomenal' potential transatalantic deal. But in an interview with Good Morning Britain today the US President seemed to back track on that. Should the NHS be up for discussion? Stephen got the views of Kevin Maguire,...
8m Jun 05, 2019
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Loyalist commentator @JamieBrysonCPNI hits out at "media snobbery" and says working class unionists are subjected to "dehumanising stereotypes".
Loyalists are "shunned by the media" according to the loyalist commentator Jamie Bryson. But are working class loyalists really treated any differently to anyone else? Jamie and commentator Malachi O'Doherty discuss.
50m Jun 05, 2019
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Plain packaging for sweets, crisps and fizzy drinks - that's the call from health campaigners
Sweets, crisps and fizzy drinks could soon be sold under cigarette-style plain packaging under plans revealed today. In moves to help combat the obesity epidemic, major brands such as Cadbury, Walkers Crisps, Coca-Cola and others would be forced to abandon their vibrant designs. Instead they would be compelled to use a uniform drab design intended to put off consumers as happened with cigarette...
12m Jun 04, 2019
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Belfast one of the TOP 5 most congested cities in the entire UK.
Belfast is one of the TOP 5 MOST CONGESTED CITIES - in the entire UK! That's the claim from a new report. The TomTom Traffic Index, which is published today, puts Belfast joint 5th with motorists spending an average of 34% extra travel time stuck in traffic! So is it time we got out of our cars and embraced public transport? Stephen got the views of Green Party Belfast City Councillor Áine Groo...
15m Jun 04, 2019
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New 'intensified' political talks last just 25 minutes.
25 minutes. That's how long the "intensified talks" about restoring devolution lasted yesterday. That's 25 minutes more than the Secretary of State has taken to answer questions from the press recently. Karen Bradley has faced criticism recently from the NUJ for not taking any questions from journalists. And now both governments have gone silent. After yesterday's intense 25 minutes talk sessio...
29m Jun 04, 2019
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Liverpool clinch sixth Champions League trophy
A massive sporting night for English football at the weekend as Liverpool became the champions of Europe for the sixth time - beating Spurs 2-nil in the final on Saturday. Hundreds of thousands of Liverpool fans celebrated the club's Champions League win at a parade through the city yesterday, surrounded by a sea of red. Stephen was joined by sports journalist and Liverpool fan Steven Beacom - ...
23m Jun 03, 2019
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Motorists contact @StephenNolan saying they're facing delays in getting their car MOT'ed
Motorists contact Nolan Show saying they're facing delays in getting their car MOT'ed.
4m Jun 03, 2019
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Reaction as police begin cross-border investigation after a bomb was left under the car of an off-duty officer at a Belfast golf club.
The police have started a cross-border investigation after a dissident republican attempt to kill a police officer in East Belfast. Chair of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, Mark Lindsay and Irish News security correspondent Allison Morris react.
4m Jun 03, 2019
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President Trump arrives in the UK for a three-day official state visit.
It's finally here - the long awaited visit of the President of the United States to the UK. The Donald has now landed in Air Force One, but the media storm began several days ago with Trump making his opinions known on a number of domestic UK issues. He told The Times' political editor Tim Shipman of his fondness for the Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage - and his belief that that he should have...
27m Jun 03, 2019
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Molly, 11 years old, didn't get a place at any of the 6 schools she applied to. Her mum Tanya spoke to @StephenNolan
Excitement turned to disappointment and anger for many families over the weekend as 227 P7 pupils were left in limbo after being told they didn't get into their chosen school. Tanya's daughter was one of the children. Molly didn't receive a place at any of the 6 schools she requested. Her mum says it's been a heart breaking  experience. So much so that Molly decided to write a letter to the Edu...
9m Jun 03, 2019
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@nweir1 reports live at a local homeless organisation as it prepares to close its doors forever because it can't find new premises
Nolan Show's Nicola Weir reports live at a local homeless organisation as it prepares to close its doors forever because it can't find new premises
8m May 31, 2019
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Breaking - Nolan Show reveals Larne Grammar School is cutting class time for their pupils because of cuts to its school budget.
The Nolan Show has learned that Larne Grammar School is to reduce its school day due to staff and budget restraints. From September class time will be reduced by 20 minutes. Margaret has children at the school - she spoke to Stephen alone with Michael Allen who runs Lisneal College - last week he warned on this show of schools going to a 4 day week.
13m May 31, 2019
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Behavioural scientist says single and child-free women are the happiest people in the country - is he right?
A happiness expert has recently revealed that unmarried and child-free women are the happiest subgroup in the population! In his new book Paul Dolan, a professor of behavioural science at the London School of Economics, cites evidence from a study which found men benefited from marriage because they "calmed down", he said. "You take less risks, you earn more money at work, and you live a little...
11m May 31, 2019
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Former head of the Army denies there was a "cover-up" over the shooting dead of 10 people in Ballymurphy in 1971.
There was no cover-up of the shooting dead of 10 people in Ballymurphy - that's the claim made by the former head of the Army. General Sir Mike Jackson -  speaking at the inquest into the shootings - called it a "preposterous accusation". There was laughter from the public gallery when the former Army chief said "we don't do conspiracies". General Jackson was being questioned about why soldiers...
8m May 31, 2019
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