Alex Attwood challenged on SDLP social housing plans #AE17
Alex Attwood challenged on SDLP social housing plans
12m Feb 28, 2017
12m
SDLP pressed on how much money is needed for Irish Language Act #AE17
SDLP pressed on how much money is needed for Irish Language Act
7m Feb 28, 2017
7m
PSNI tell #BBCNolan they are dealing with a death threat a day from paramilitaries
Yesterday we spoke to the grandfather of a family who had been forced to flee their west Belfast home because of a dissident threat against their three teenage children - one of them just 14 years old. Grandfather Brian O'Riordan says he now can't see his grandchildren and has himself been threatened by dissident republican terrorists after speaking out. We asked the police to respond and Super...
11m Feb 28, 2017
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Part 2: Alex Attwood and SDLP manifesto probed #AE17
Part 2: Just two days until election day and time for the last of our election manifesto interviews. It's the SDLP's manifesto under the microscope today, we dig into their policies and pledges to try and find out what they are all about. Vinny was joined by their MLA Alex Attwood.
29m Feb 28, 2017
29m
Nolan election manifesto interviews - we dig in to SDLP policies and pledges #AE17
Just two days until election day and time for the last of our election manifesto interviews. It's the SDLP's manifesto under the microscope today, we dig into their policies and pledges to try and find out what they are all about. Vinny was joined by their MLA Alex Attwood.
27m Feb 28, 2017
27m
Steve Aiken asked where his UUP leader Mike Nesbitt stands on gay marriage
Steve Aiken asked where his UUP leader Mike Nesbitt stands on gay marriage
3m Feb 27, 2017
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UUP pressed to name issues where they can agree with SDLP on policy #AE17
UUP pressed to name issues where they can agree with SDLP on policy
5m Feb 27, 2017
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Steve Aiken boasts that UUP can win more seats than DUP and Sinn Fein #AE17
Steve Aiken boasts that UUP can win more seats than DUP and Sinn Fein
2m Feb 27, 2017
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'It's very stressful' - pensioner hits put at housing association over parking of mobility scooter
Are mobility scooters no longer welcome inside Helm Housing properties? Pensioner, Joe Hagen contacted us after his own scooter was slapped with a 'move it our lose it' notice at his Helm Housing flat in Groomsport. He, his wife and other residents normally park their scooters and wheelchairs underneath the stairwell - but it seems they've fallen foul of health and safety. Our reporter, Nicola ...
6m Feb 27, 2017
6m
Family speak out as 14-year-old girl and teenage brothers ordered to leave country by dissidents
An entire family has been forced to flee their west Belfast home because of a dissident threat against their three teenage children - one of them just 14 years old. Their grandfather Brian O'Riordan says he now can't see his grandchildren and has himself been threatened by dissident republican terrorists after speaking out. Brian spoke to Stephen and told him about what's happened. Stephen also...
16m Feb 27, 2017
16m
Part 2: Steve Aiken and UUP quizzed over policies #AE17 #BBCNolan
It's the final countdown to the election, just three days until Northern Ireland goes to the polls. And there is still time for more of our manifesto crunching interviews. Today it's the turn of the Ulster Unionists to be quizzed over their policies and pledges. Stephen was joined by their MLA Steve Aiken.
29m Feb 27, 2017
29m
Nolan election manifesto interviews - UUP manifesto probed #AE17 #BBCNolan
It's the final countdown to the election, just three days until Northern Ireland goes to the polls. And there is still time for more of our manifesto crunching interviews. Today it's the turn of the Ulster Unionists to be quizzed over their policies and pledges. Stephen was joined by their MLA Steve Aiken.
27m Feb 27, 2017
27m
DUP refuse to answer question if being homosexual is normal #AE17 #BBCNolan
DUP refuse to answer question if being homosexual is normal
5m Feb 24, 2017
5m
Peter Weir asked ‘why is the DUP so fixated with Gerry Adams?’ #AE17 #BBCNolan
Peter Weir asked ‘why is the DUP so fixated with Gerry Adams?’
7m Feb 24, 2017
7m
DUP quizzed why Arlene Foster wasn’t across donor money details #AE17 #BBCNolan
DUP quizzed why Arlene Foster wasn’t across donor money details
10m Feb 24, 2017
10m
Friday interview - @StephenNolan talks to TV presenter @MrNickKnowles
Our next guest is best known for building homes on DIY SOS, or testing general knowledge on Who Dares Wins, Nick Knowles has now turned his hand to nutrition and well-being following his life-changing BBC2 series The Retreat, with his new book, Proper Healthy Food
24m Feb 24, 2017
24m
Part 2: Peter Weir and DUP quizzed over policies and pledges #AE17 #BBCNolan
Part 2: Time for another election manifesto interview now and today it is the turn of the DUP to be quizzed over their policies and pledges. Stephen was joined in the studio by Education Minister Peter Weir.
29m Feb 24, 2017
29m
Nolan election manifesto interviews - DUP quizzed over policies and pledges #AE17
Time for another election manifesto interview now and today it is the turn of the DUP to be quizzed over their policies and pledges. Stephen was joined in the studio by Education Minister Peter Weir.
27m Feb 24, 2017
27m
Is direct rule an inevitability? Big question on #AE17 Nolan Live debate last night
Is direct rule an inevitability? Big question on #AE17 Nolan Live debate last night. Political commentators Alex Kane and Seamus Close discuss.
11m Feb 23, 2017
11m
Latest waiting list figures published - SDLP's Colin McGrath and Janice Smyth from Royal College of Nursing discuss
The latest waiting list figures have just been published this morning while we have been on air. The top line figures in the new statistics show that. Vinny got reaction from Janice Smyth from the Royal College of Nursing and SDLP's Colin McGrath.
7m Feb 23, 2017
7m
Should all prescriptions be free or is it time we paid for all our over the counter medicines?
A listener has contacted the show - to say their local GP has told its patients - they will no longer be providing free prescriptions for minor conditions. The surgery in County Tyrone has displayed a sign saying that ailments that 'can be treated with over the counter medicines' that can be bought at a pharmacy will not be given on prescription. Does that seem fair? Should more GPs follow suit...
11m Feb 23, 2017
11m
Big talking points from the #AE17 Nolan Live election debate last night
Some big statements from our two main political parties on Nolan Live last night. First the DUP's Nelson McCausland admitted nobody knows if there will be a hard border with the Republic as a result of Brexit but said he didn't care as long as he's out of Europe. Then later Sinn Fein's Máirtín Ó Muilleoir said that after the next election, he would be prepared to vote for a unionist party in th...
26m Feb 23, 2017
26m
Alliance Party pledge to double spending on arts in NI
Alliance Party pledge to double spending on arts in NI
2m Feb 22, 2017
2m
Farry denies Alliance policy on exports doesn't add up #AE17 #BBCNolan
Stephen Farry denies Alliance policy on exports doesn't add up
7m Feb 22, 2017
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Naomi Long has no need to apologise for ‘balloons’ comments – Farry
Naomi Long has no need to apologise for ‘balloons’ comments – Alliance Party's Stephen Farry
4m Feb 22, 2017
4m
Concerns raised after leaflet opposing gay marriage found in a Belfast school’s library
Concerns have been raised by pupils at a North Belfast school after a leaflet opposing gay marriage was found in the school library. The cover of the leaflet - seen by the Nolan Show - says 10 Reasons: Why Homosexual "Marriage" is harmful and must be opposed'. Dominican College at Fortwilliam say that they are aware of some of the content of the leaflet, but did not sanction it being placed in ...
5m Feb 22, 2017
5m
Charity says stop sale of cheap booze - perfect tonic or too hard to swallow?
Pay more for your booze! A local health charity is calling on the government to stop the sale of cheap alcohol by taking action on pricing. NI Chest Heart & Stroke says that introducing a minimum unit price of 50p would save an estimated 63 lives a year here and result in almost 2,500 fewer hospital admissions. Vinny gets the views of commentator Basil McCrea and Dave Atherton from the Freedom ...
18m Feb 22, 2017
18m
Part 2: Stephen Farry and Alliance Party manifesto pledges under the spotlight #AE17
Part 2 - Alliance have been front page news the past couple of days over a "fake callers" row around BBC show Talkback. The Belfast Telegraph revealed a party plot to "hijack" their party leader phone-ins to show Alliance in a good light. Well today it just happens to be turn of the Alliance party in the studio as part of our election manifesto series. The Deputy Leader of the party Stephen Far...
28m Feb 22, 2017
28m
Nolan election interviews - Alliance Party's manifesto under the spotlight #AE17
Alliance have been front page news the past couple of days over a "fake callers" row around BBC show Talkback. The Belfast Telegraph revealed a party plot to "hijack" their party leader phone-ins to show Alliance in a good light. Well today it just happens to be turn of the Alliance party in the studio as part of our election manifesto series. The Deputy Leader of the party Stephen Farry joined...
28m Feb 22, 2017
28m
Was Rory McIlroy right to join @realDonaldTrump for a round of golf? #BBCNolan
Earlier we had been talking about Donald Trump and Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy has courted controversy after playing a round of the golf with the US President. The four time major winner said that Trump was "a decent player for a guy in his 70's!" McIlroy has tried to stay out of politics in the past. He has spoken about being conflicted on whether to represent Team GB or Ireland in the ...
4m Feb 21, 2017
4m
Health - #BBCNolan accesses internal memo for orthopaedic waiting times
We're talking about waiting lists again this morning - but specifically about orthopaedics. That's when you have problems in parts of your body like your back, shoulder, knee, foot, hip and so on. The Nolan Show has been given access to an internal memo for waiting times for this area and it makes interesting reading. Stephen talks to former head of the Health and Social Care Board - John Compton.
9m Feb 21, 2017
9m
What is @POTUS’s problem with the press? @StephenNolan asks Trump deputy assistant @SebGorka
Thousands of cheering supporters attended a rally for American President Donald Trump at an aircraft hangar over the weekend. A month into his presidency he delivered a long speech, defending his record and renewing his attack on the media. A now familiar pattern of outrage ensued. Do you think the media is inherently dishonest? Do you think they are going out of their way to be dishonest about...
20m Feb 21, 2017
20m
Any right thinking unionist should vote unionist parties - UUP Cllr Jim Rodgers on vote transfer debate
UUP Belfast City councillor Jim Rodgers on vote transfers in upcoming Assembly elections
6m Feb 21, 2017
6m
Bonfire row - tyres dumped and reports of anti-social behaviour in East Belfast #BBCNolan
You'll remember last month we reported how bonfire material was being collected at two sites in East Belfast - the Connswater greenway near Avoneil and the Cregagh estate. It all kicked off after we asked why pallets were being left in January, six months before the annual 11th night bonfires - because the next day bonfire collectors had a message for me, a "F*** Stephen Nolan" banner was place...
28m Feb 21, 2017
28m
@StevenAgnew refuses to answer if all street signs should also be in Irish as part of manifesto pledge to bring forward Irish Language Act #AE17
Nolan challenges Green Party leader Steven Agnew on his position on Irish Language.
10m Feb 20, 2017
10m
Green Party 'cycling strategy' would cost £45 million a year. #AE17
Steven Agnew on the Green Party Manifesto pledges. bbc.co.uk/nolan
5m Feb 20, 2017
5m
'Create up to 15,000 high quality new jobs' - But at what cost? Steven Agnew Green Party #AE17
The leader of Green Party NI Steven Agnew talks to Stephen about his manifesto pledges and their plan to 'Create up to 15,000 high quality new jobs'. bbc.co.uk/nolan
7m Feb 20, 2017
7m
Mental health services for children in NI - one mum tells of her fears for her child
There were nearly 10 thousand children in Northern Ireland referred to mental health services in 2015/2016. And from April last year to November, there were another six thousand children referred to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services or CAMHS for help. It's a number that is increasing every year.. In fact there has been a 30 per cent rise in cases since 2012 when nearly 7 thousand ...
9m Feb 20, 2017
9m
What do you think of election candidates stopping you in the street or at a place of worship - is that a step too far?
Polling day is fast approaching with Northern Ireland casting their votes next Thursday. But have you had any candidates knocking your door? We were contacted by one vexed listener who took exception to being canvassed as they came out of their place of worship at the weekend. Is there an appropriate practice for canvassing? OR is it a free for all?Commentators Alex Kane and Seamus Close. To h...
10m Feb 20, 2017
10m
Part 2: Green Party leader @StevenAgnew gets his manifesto pledges probed #AE17
Just over a week now until Northern Ireland goes to the polls.And it's time for another of our election special manifesto crunching interviews. Today it is the turn of the Green Party and I am joined by their leader, Steven Agnew. Can his party deliver on what they are promising? Let's examine their policies and big ideas. Listen to the full programme here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b08f...
23m Feb 20, 2017
23m
Green Party leader @StevenAgnew gets his manifesto pledges probed #AE17
Just over a week now until Northern Ireland goes to the polls.And it's time for another of our election special manifesto crunching interviews. Today it is the turn of the Green Party and I am joined by their leader, Steven Agnew. Can his party deliver on what they are promising? Let's examine their policies and big ideas. To hear the full interview visit: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b08fhw14
29m Feb 20, 2017
29m
Sinn Fein – No Executive if Foster doesn't step aside
Sinn Fein – No Executive if Foster doesn't step aside
4m Feb 17, 2017
4m
Part 2 of @conormurphysf Sinn Fein election manifesto interview
Part 2 of Conor Murphy’s Sinn Fein election manifesto interview
13m Feb 17, 2017
13m
Sinn Fein - Deal with DUP can be done
Conor Murphy comments on potential for working Executive within 3 weeks of election.
4m Feb 17, 2017
4m
Belfast bus lane trial to allow more taxis to use them – is it a good idea?
Your Belfast bus lanes COULD be about to get busier. From Monday, the Department of Infrastructure is starting a 12 week trial to allow class A taxis into the lanes, along the rapid transit route. A fair move? Or another blow to the everyday motorist AND bus users?
22m Feb 17, 2017
22m
Sinn Fein refuse to make Irish Language Act a red line for going into Executive
Will Sinn Fein go into Executive without a guarantee over Irish Language Act? Conor Murphy responds...
5m Feb 17, 2017
5m
Part 3 of @conormurphysf election manifesto interview
Third and final part of our election manifesto interview with Sinn Fein's Conor Murphy.
20m Feb 17, 2017
20m
Sinn Fein’s @conormurphysf is in the hot seat today for our third election manifesto interview
Time for another of our election special manifesto crunching interviews and one of the big parties today, Sinn Fein. Can they deliver on what they are promising? Conor Murphy speaks to Stephen.
21m Feb 17, 2017
21m
Sinn Fein’s Conor Murphy on latest RHI revelations
Conor Murphy from Sinn Fein react to most recent revelations from Nolan Show on-going investigation into RHI
11m Feb 16, 2017
11m
Reaction to discovery that “dormant” companies could be claiming thousands of pounds under RHI scheme
Through our investigation we have discovered that there are companies who have registered in their last set of accounts as dormant - ie - they were not trading and yet they have been claiming many tens of thousands of pounds from the RHI scheme. For example, one company have claimed over £75,000 of your money since October 2015.
23m Feb 16, 2017
23m