Jean Faulkner, the woman who fronted campaign to keep open her nursing home, has passed away aged 98
Sad news to bring you this morning. Jean Faulkner who many of you will remember as the lady who fronted the campaign to keep open a nursing home in Cookstown has passed away aged 98. Jean was a remarkable woman who despite her frailty, fought for her rights and those of other residents and took on the Government. She will be laid to rest this afternoon. She spoke to Stephen back in 2014 when sh...
7m Nov 29, 2017
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Sinn Fein in hard border civil disobedience warning - TUV MLA @JimAllister and commentator @Jude42 react
Unionist anger this morning after Sinn Fein's Chris Hazzard said a hard border after Brexit could lead to civil disobedience. TUV MLA Jim Allister and commentator Jude Collins react.
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UUP MLA @BeattieDoug hits out at Sinn Fein MP @ChrisHazzardSF over hard border civil disobedience warning
Unionist anger this morning after Sinn Fein's Chris Hazzard said a hard border after Brexit could lead to civil disobedience. The South Down MP told a Westminster press conference that "If we see a situation where we are going to have border customs posts or any particular type of hardware, I would think that would be something people won't want. "And I go even further. An awful lot of the focu...
10m Nov 29, 2017
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What’s the future of the Irish border post-Brexit? Nelson McCausland and @clairehanna discuss #BBCNolan
Brexit was high on the agenda at the DUP conference at the weekend - and Arlene Foster was clear that the party isn't accepting a border in the Irish Sea .
28m Nov 28, 2017
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‘Project Fear was in overdrive’ – former DUP MLA Nelson McCausland disagrees with Lord Peter Hain
Former DUP MLA Nelson McCausland takes issue with comments made by Peter Hain
7m Nov 28, 2017
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’Snooker is such a mental sport sometimes it can get the better of you’ - @ronnieo147 talks to @StephenNolan about the pressures of snooker
He's won five World Championships and is one of the biggest characters in the sport, attracting huge audiences every time he steps up to the table. And away from the sport, his life has been full of drama and huge personal challenges. Recently he has even turned his hand to writing, and has just released his second novel called Double Kiss.
22m Nov 28, 2017
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‘I fear the worst’- Lord Peter Hain on life after Brexit #BBCNolan
"If this ends with a no deal we won't be putting up the border, they'll have to pay for it because it doesn't need to happen" - the words of Labour MP Kate Hoey talking on BBC Radio 4 - about the Republic of Ireland. Does she have a point? Should they stump up the cash, or given that it is Northern Ireland that is leaving the EU - should we, or Westminster open our cheque books?
20m Nov 28, 2017
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Is it OK to test on animals if it means finding cures to illnesses for humans?
The number of animal experiments in Northern Ireland has gone up 27% in the last decade with over 22,000 last year alone. Rodents, pigs, sheep and cattle were among the animals used in experiments. You might have read about this in the Belfast Telegraph where their article references a Department of Health report - showing that in total 22,214 procedures took place here in 2016. Vinny got react...
9m Nov 27, 2017
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DUP's annual party conference - political watcher @AlexKane221b gives his analysis
There was huge interest at the DUP's annual party conference at the weekend. Leader Arlene Foster told delegates Sinn Féin must choose between making a deal with them or having direct rule ministers in place. Mrs Foster also spoke of the DUP's influence in Westminster and the party's commitment to Brexit. Vinny spoke to political commentator Alex Kane.
5m Nov 27, 2017
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Should overweight people pay more for their plane tickets?
Should fat people pay more to fly? Apparently that is exactly what most who took part in a recent survey think should happen. New research suggests nearly 80% believe overweight passengers should be placed in a separate seating area with bigger seats on a flight, while 91% believe these travellers should be charged a higher fee for the larger seats. What do you reckon? Vinny got the views of co...
21m Nov 27, 2017
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An elderly couple in a desperate situation
When a loved one is unwell what we all want to do of course is care for them as best we can.That is what prompted Jim to get in touch. He's 91 years old and helps to care for his wife Kathleen who has dementia. Vinny spoke to Jim this morning and got reaction from Commissioner for Older People Eddie Lynch.
24m Nov 27, 2017
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Plans for a major multi-million pound casino for Belfast head for public consultation - are you for or against it?
Here's a question for you - do you want a casino in Belfast? That's part of what Belfast City Council will be asking in a new consultation. The council are meeting today to discuss it - but essentially this would see changes to our licensing laws, that could pave the way for a huge casino in the city! Stephen got the views of councillor Kate Nicholl from the Alliance Party and Rev David McIllveen.
9m Nov 24, 2017
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The biggest book club in the country is back with @GailHoneyman's 'Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine'
It's time for The Biggest Book Club in the country! This month's book is 'Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman. It's about 30-something Glaswegian Eleanor, who has been described as a socially awkward oddball. Just like Stephen, some people might say. To tell us more, author Gail Honeyman joined Stephen for a chat this morning.
6m Nov 24, 2017
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Veteran unionist Lord Kilclooney accused of being racist after describing Taoiseach Leo Varadkar as "the Indian"
"The Indian". That's how Lord Kilclooney described the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar in a controversial tweet last night. The former deputy leader of the Ulster Unionist Party - who's now a crossbench peer - later withdrew the comment saying that he used it as "shorthand" and added that he is in "no way racist". There was a storm of protest from politicians and commentators. The Alliance Party's Steph...
14m Nov 24, 2017
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David McNarry clashes with @ClaireHanna as European City of Culture bid looks scuppered by Brexit
A bid for Belfast and Derry/Londonderry to be European City of Culture has been torpedoed because of Brexit. The European Commission has cancelled the UK's turn to host the prestigious title in 2023, disappointing the bidding cities. The joint Belfast/Derry bid was one of five in contention alongside Dundee, Nottingham, Leeds and Milton Keynes. But the commission has said the UK will no longer ...
26m Nov 24, 2017
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BVA express ‘extreme concern’ over MP animal sentience clause vote. Could this impact animal rights? #BBCNolan
The British Veterinary Association has expressed "extreme concern" after MPs voted to reject a clausethat would transfer the recognition of animal sentience - into UK law post-Brexit.
9m Nov 23, 2017
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Niece of Leslie Ross speaks out about abuse she received from him #BBCNolan
The niece of a man who was once accused of being a serial killer has waived her right to anonymity to tell her story. Debbie Ross says as a child she was abused by Leslie Ross from Dromore. The trial for the abuse was halted when he died two weeks ago. This is the first time that a relative of the man once accused of being a serial killer has spoken and gives an insight into his character. ...
17m Nov 23, 2017
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Pupil given detention for not being clean shaven – should teenagers be allowed beards at school? #BBCNolan
A pupil sent to detention in school, for not being clean shaven. One Nolan listener contacted the show about that very problem. He said 'my son has been given detention for not being clean shaven and having stubble. Some of the teachers have stubble and beards. A step too far - or simply the rules - being implemented?
17m Nov 23, 2017
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Anger over city deal plan for Belfast while Derry/Londonderry is snubbed #BBCNolan
The SDLP has slammed the British Government claiming Derry/Londonderry has been sidelined again.SDLP leader Colum Eastwood hit out yesterday after the Chancellor,Philip Hammond, announced a consultation on a city deal for Belfast. Mr Eastwood says it's a disgrace that the government has failed to commit to a Derry City Deal.John Campbell is our economics and business editor. What does Belfast ...
31m Nov 23, 2017
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The number of pupils suspended for attacks on staff in schools here more than TREBLED in the space of one year
We all know that teachers are under pressure in Northern Ireland with many schools struggling to cope with budget cuts. But figures show that school staff are increasingly the target of violence in the classroom. Statistics from the Department of Education reveal that the number of pupils suspended for physical violence against staff has more than trebled. The latest figures for the school year...
24m Nov 22, 2017
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@StephenNolan celebrates 200,000 twitter follower landmark, a good excuse for cake, but he wasn't allowed any - @vinnybelfast delivered it elsewhere
Stephen topped the 200,000 followers mark on Twitter recently - @StephenNolan. We've actually now surged past 202,000! To celebrate the milestone - we had a big cake made. His lovely team wouldn't let him eat any at all, instead we offered it up on air and decided to split it between caller Sadie - who works in the Lower Ormeau Community Centre, and Collette - who works for the health service. ...
4m Nov 22, 2017
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It's budget day - what can we expect? @StephenNolan asks @JP_Biz #Budget2017
Chancellor Philip Hammond will deliver the budget in the Commons this afternoon. It's the major financial statement of the year from the government but will it be good news or bad news on the way? Here's BBC Northern Ireland's economics and business editor John Campbell.
3m Nov 22, 2017
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Potential amnesty for security force members who served in the Troubles - Alliance MLA @StephenFarryMLA reacts
Potential amnesty for security force members who served in the Troubles - Alliance MLA Stephen Farry reacts
4m Nov 22, 2017
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Anger from republicans over a potential amnesty for security force members who served in the Troubles - @GerryKellyMLA and @BeattieDoug discuss
A potential amnesty from prosecution for security force members who served in the Northern Ireland Troubles is to be floated by the Government. The statute of limitations proposal has been inserted into a public consultation document on potential mechanisms for dealing with the toxic legacy of the Troubles. The move has angered Sinn Fein, which has accused the Government of an "act of bad faith...
30m Nov 22, 2017
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Controversial broadcaster Jeremy Clarkson doesn't think bikes can share lanes with buses
More controversy from Jeremy Clarkson. The former Top Gear star has told the Sunday Times he doesn't think that bicycles and buses should be sharing the road. Let's be clear, this interview is PR for Clarkson's new TV series. But has he a point when it comes to cyclists and buses sharing bus lanes? Stephen gets the views of cyclist Malachi O'Doherty and commentator Lata Sharma.
3m Nov 21, 2017
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Unions launch campaign demanding more money for public sector workers - Bumper Graham and Frank Shivers clash
30 trade unions here are launching a campaign ahead of the budget calling for the scrapping of the 1% pay cap, and better terms for low-paid workers and those on zero hours contracts. They say that while the unemployment rate is falling, salaries for many workers are still extremely poor. Bumper Graham from the Trade Union NIPSA and businessman and NI Conservative Frank Shivers debate.
27m Nov 21, 2017
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Claims of drugs dealt outside school gates - @StephenNolan asks PSNI just how bad is the drugs problem in NI?
Yesterday we heard from a grieving father who lost his son to drugs a year ago and was holding a service to raise awareness for his 'one pill can kill' campaign. William Burns's son Jamie died after taking an ecstasy tablet. That prompted callers to ring in and say that kids are being targeted by drug dealers at schools and today on the front page of the Belfast Telegraph is the story of how a ...
27m Nov 21, 2017
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Gerry Adams to stand down as Sinn Fein President – what legacy will he leave? #BBCNolan
He's been one of the most recognisable and controversial figures in Irish politics. But now Gerry Adams is stepping down as leader of Sinn Fein and also as a Louth TD. What political influence he will continue to have remains to be seen. What we do know is that Michelle O'Neill won't be Sinn Fein's next president, as she ruled herself out yesterday.
26m Nov 20, 2017
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Is eating bugs animal cruelty? @Irishvegandude and @antsrantz debate #BBCNolan
Would you fancy tucking into a pizza covered in worms for your tea tonight? Well now you can. Retailers on Belfast's high street are selling 'Make your own Bug pizza' kits, alongside Bush Tucker Trail games featuring freeze dried creepy crawlies like crickets and locusts.
15m Nov 20, 2017
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The Jackal is back! @RealCFrampton wins in his return to the ring #BBCNolan #FramptonReborn
Carl Frampton secured a hard-fought points win over Mexican Horacio Garcia at the SSE Arena on his return to the ring after 10 months out of action. The Belfast boxer was made to battle all the way but was awarded a unanimous decision on the judges' scorecards. The two-weight world champion was fighting for the first time since his split from Barry McGuigan's Cyclone Promotions during the sum...
4m Nov 20, 2017
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One pill will kill - father of Jamie Burns warns of drugs danger a year on from his son’s death #BBCNolan
A special service is being held at St Anne's Cathedral tonight - to raise awareness of drug deaths in Northern Ireland. It will be held on the first anniversary of Jamie Burns who died after taking ecstasy on a night out.
7m Nov 20, 2017
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No more pouty pics! Jamie Oliver bans teenage daughter from sharing selfies – is that too harsh? #BBCNolan
Most people like to post a selfie online but what about when children are doing it? Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has banned his 14 year old daughter from sharing selfies online describing them as the unhealthy "sugar of social media". Although he regularly shares online posts of his family, he said he is uncomfortably with the pouty lips type posts of teenage girls.
7m Nov 20, 2017
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Benefit change controversy - Alliance MLA @PaulaJaneB on ‘rape clause’ concerns
Benefit change controversy - Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw on ‘rape clause’ concerns
4m Nov 17, 2017
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Today is BBC's Children in Need! @StephenNolan was joined in studio by @ItsMeHugoD, @nweir1 and Pudsey himself #CIN2017
Today is BBC's Children in Need! @StephenNolan was joined in studio by Hugo Duncan, Nicola Weir and Pudsey himself #CIN2017
5m Nov 17, 2017
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Northern Ireland's director of public prosecutions Barra McGrory responds to rape clause concerns
Northern Ireland's director of public prosecutions Barra McGrory responds to rape clause concerns
16m Nov 17, 2017
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More than 100,000 parking fines dished out across NI since the start of the year
Over 110,000 parking and bus lanes fines FROM JANUARY TO SEPTEMBER this year - already! The Department of Infrastructure stats are out and they breakdown to over 67,000 on-street car parking tickets, over 27,000 off street and over 15,000 Moving Traffic PCNs. But where does your town come in the top 5? Our Vinny brings you the on-Street Car Parking countdown, and we get reaction from Retail NI ...
6m Nov 17, 2017
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RHI inquiry - @SJAMcBride gives his analysis on the latest revelations #BBCNolan
The chairman of the public inquiry into the RHI scandal has expressed surprise that officials in one Stormont department were promoting the disastrous scheme months after officials in another Stormont department had started trying to rein in the scheme. On Wednesday, Junior QC Donal Lunny was taking the inquiry panel through part of a witness statement from the permanent secretary of Stormont's...
14m Nov 17, 2017
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Controversy over roll-out of universal credit and the so-called 'rape clause' - Shadow NI Secretary @OwenSmith_MP hits out over benefit system changes
"The Tories are just making matters worse for women and professionals in NI with this deceitful defence of their appalling rape clause" the words of Shadow Secretary of State Owen Smith this morning. He's referring to one one of the most controversial elements of Universal Credit. The rape clause is the name critics have given to the Conservative government's plans to restrict child tax credits...
8m Nov 17, 2017
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@StephenNolan talks to broadcaster @Peston about politics and life after the BBC
Broadcaster Robert Peston is one of the best known journalists in the UK and has broken some of the biggest stories of the past decade. The former BBC Economics Editor has turned his attention to the huge political events causing turmoil worldwide - including the Brexit vote and the election of Donald Trump, as well as the shock result of this year's Westminster election. His book, called WTF, ...
23m Nov 16, 2017
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The @nihecommunity and @NIFRSOFFICIAL respond to resident anger over fire alarms after tower block blaze
A toaster is being blamed for last night's blaze at tower block at Seymour Hill in Dunmurry. Two people required hospital treatment and 17 flats have been damaged. But many residents said they were angry after alarms did not sound on some floors. Stephen spoke to Clark Ballie chief executive of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive and Geoff Somerville Group Commander with the Northern Ireland...
4m Nov 16, 2017
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Where is the cash from DUP-Tory deal? @StephenNolan and NI Conservative Frank Shivers clash
Where is the cash from DUP-Tory deal? Stephen talks to NI Conservative Frank Shivers, Phil Kelly from NI Socialist and Labour Party and Philip McTaggart who set up the PIPS suicide Charity and community worker Ian McLaughlin.
17m Nov 16, 2017
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Show us the money - where is the cash from the DUP-Tory deal promised for mental health and deprivation?
As is often the case in Northern Ireland, it is the most vulnerable in our community who this programme needs to fight to give a voice to today. This centres around the DUP's deal with the Tories to keep them in government. The £1billion agreement was broken down - we were told where the money would be allocated. Simple question to the DUP this morning: where is the money. There was £50 million...
24m Nov 16, 2017
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Transgender customer complains to high street retailer after being denied entry to female changing rooms
When shopping for clothes would it matter to you which changing room you used? High street store Topshop have now made their dressing areas gender neutral. It comes after a transgender customer complained to the store that they had been denied entry to the female changing rooms. So would you object to using mixed changing areas? Stephen got the views of commentators Emma Wolf and Fionola Meredith.
5m Nov 15, 2017
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New study suggests grandparents can be bad for your kids' health because they give them too many treats
Grannies and grandas are bad for your kids health! That's the suggestion from scientists who have analysed data from 56 studies in 18 countries. Spoiling with sweet treats, serving fatty foods, and exposing their grandkids to second hand smoke - are among the allegations. What do you reckon? Are grandparents killing grandkids with kindness? Stephen got the views of commentator Lynette Burrows a...
23m Nov 15, 2017
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A radical shift in Sinn Fein's position on abortion could be imminent - according to one former MLA @daithimckay
A radical shift in Sinn Fein's position on abortion could be imminent - according to one former MLA. The issue will be discussed at the party's Ard Fheis this weekend. Daithi McKay says one of the proposals might be more radical than some people expect, and it could signal a shift in party policy which would be closer to the 1967 act in Britain. But is the party ready for such a major change in...
22m Nov 15, 2017
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RHI inquiry - @SJAMcBride gives his analysis on the latest revelations #BBCNolan
Day five of the RHI public inquiry was heard yesterday. The Nolan Show will be bringing you all the detail into how the cash for ash scheme ultimately failed. Yesterday it was revealed that almost four years before the RHI scheme was launched in Northern Ireland, Arlene Foster's officials removed a key warning. It would have alerted her to the lack of resources in the part of her department whi...
6m Nov 15, 2017
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Fresh calls for an all-Ireland football team after Northern Ireland and the Republic come so close to getting to the World Cup.
So it wasn't to be for the Republic of Ireland last night as they were swept aside by a rampaging Denmark team at the Aviva stadium with the match finishing 5-1. There had been high hopes before the game that the Republic would qualify for their first World Cup since 2002 but it wasn't to be. So with Northern Ireland and the Republic failing to qualify there have been calls again for an all-Ire...
23m Nov 15, 2017
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17yo Jodie was a promising young motocross racer. She came off her bike and broke her spine - and now her family are desperate for help to adapt their home
17 year old Jodie McCaughey from Newtownards was one of Ireland's most promising young competitors in the sport of motocross. But on the 24th of June this year, disaster struck and Jodie came off her bike at the Desertmartin races. Her spine was snapped and she's now paralysed from the chest down, likely to spend the rest of her life in a wheelchair. Daily life for Jodie and her family is very ...
7m Nov 14, 2017
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Can the Republic make it to the World Cup? - @StephenNolan gets the views of @MTLawrenson
Tonight the Republic of Ireland take on Denmark in the second leg of their World Cup qualifier at the Aviva Stadium. The game is poised on a knife edge after Saturday's 0-0 draw. But can the Republic secure the result need to take them to Russia 2018? Stephen get the views of former Ireland international Mark Lawrenson.
5m Nov 14, 2017
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A new report says people in Belfast want more dedicated bike lanes, even if it means less space for other road users
Here's a question - do you think we need more dedicated cycle lanes in Belfast? Bike Life, the UK's biggest assessment of cycling in cities, has revealed that four out of five people in Belfast (81%) - want more protected bike routes to make cycling safer, even when this could mean less space for other road traffic. Stephen got the views of Jonathan Hobbs from NI Greenways and journalist Tina C...
10m Nov 14, 2017
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