Nolan exclusive - nearly £400,000 spent on TV broadcasting for the NI Assembly even though they haven't been sitting for more than 13 months - @AllisonMorris1 and @BenLowry2 react
A Nolan Show exclusive - we can reveal that it has cost more than £380,000 for TV broadcasting for the Northern Ireland Assembly - even though they haven't been sitting since January last year. A Freedom of Information request has revealed that since February 2017 it has cost a total of £387,936 for broadcasting services. That service is provided by Pi Communications and we want to make it clea...
28m Feb 20, 2018
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"I'm not denying they're going to be loving parents but every child needs a mother and a father. That's the ideal." Writer @LibbyMag on Richard Littlejohn's article about Tom Daley and his husband's baby news
10m Feb 19, 2018
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"I got a ticket for not parking in-between the two lines. The car park was empty, this was in Bangor. I was absolutely livid." Caller Cathy's anger over being hit by a parking fine.
5m Feb 19, 2018
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"The reason people are fined when they overstay their parking time is precisely to get the traffic moving so that everybody gets their turn." Environmental campaigner Jeff Gazzard on the near 100,000 parking tickets issued in NI
8m Feb 19, 2018
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"The important thing here is that the child is given a loving home. That can be with two dads, two mums, a mum and a dad, a single parent…” Commentator Fionola Meredith on Richard Littlejohn's article about Tom Daley and his husband's baby news
10m Feb 19, 2018
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"If what seems patently obvious is true, that the DUP leadership was going ahead of it's rank and file, then we have surely a crisis in unionism." Journalist @malodoherty on whether there was a draft agreement between the DUP and Sinn Fein
4m Feb 19, 2018
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"I'm happy about the fact they walked away... why don't the DUP now publish the last paper that they sent to Sinn Fein and we can all see the position they were taking and they can explode this myth." TUV leader @JimAllister
6m Feb 19, 2018
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High profile loyalist @JamieBrysonCPNI invited to Westminster to the NI Affairs Committee to 'explore innovative ideas into devolution and democracy'
Prominent loyalist Jamie Bryson has been invited to Westminster to speak to MPs on Wednesday. Mr Bryson will be addressing the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee as they 'explore innovative ideas' into devolution and democracy'. Among the well-known local MPs on that committee are the DUP's Gregory Campbell, Ian Paisley and Jim Shannon, alongside independent Sylvia Hermon and Labour's Kate Hoey...
26m Feb 16, 2018
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Sinn Fein says Irish language act was agreed in draft by DUP - but DUP says it did not happen. What is the truth? @AllisonMorris1 and @AlexKane221b discuss
A massive week in local politics as the the fall-out continues in the stand-off over the Irish language after the DUP told Sinn Fein 'no deal'. Yesterday Sinn Fein President Mary Lou McDonald accused Arlene Foster of reneging on what was agreed. She said there was a draft agreement between her party and the DUP and it did include an Irish language act, alongside an Ulster Scots act and a respec...
16m Feb 16, 2018
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Caller Anne gets @StephenNolan to take on Belfast City Airport and British Airways over holiday competition hold-up
We always see those "like this post to win" competitions on Facebook! Anne Brownlow from Rathfriland, outside Newry, entered one of these competitions posted by Belfast City Airport before Christmas to win 2 return flights to New York with British Airways. But, she's had problems in claiming her prize...
8m Feb 16, 2018
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“This place only works when we work together” – SDLP leader @columeastwood reacts to no deal at Stormont
“This place only works when we work together” – SDLP leader Colum Eastwood reacts to no deal at Stormont
9m Feb 15, 2018
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"We should not be held to ransom by these two political parties" - @SteveAikenUUP hits out over no Stormont deal
"We should not be held to ransom by these two political parties" - UUP MLA Steve Aiken hits out over no Stormont deal
6m Feb 15, 2018
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BBC NI political editor @markdevenport sets out how things unfolded in breakdown of Stormont talks yesterday
BBC NI political editor Mark Devenport sets out how things unfolded in breakdown of Stormont talks yesterday
10m Feb 15, 2018
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Blame game over no Stormont deal - @JimAllister reacts
Blame game over no Stormont deal - TUV MLA Jim Allister reacts
5m Feb 15, 2018
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No deal at Stormont - and the blame game begins after the big two parties can't agree over the Irish language - @naomi_long reacts
It's the blame game after the DUP and Sinn Fein can't agree a deal over the Irish language. Sinn Fein leader in Northern Ireland Michelle O'Neill warned the issues aren't going to go away. But the DUP's Simon Hamilton pointed the finger at Sinn Fein. So here we are 13 months with no government here and MLAs still on full pay while big issues like hospital waiting lists and schools strapped for ...
11m Feb 15, 2018
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A local council has banned smoking in play parks - a healthy move or nanny state clampdown? @TinaCalder and @DaveAtherton20 debate
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council are the first in Northern Ireland to launch a Smoke-Free Play-Park Campaign. 69 play parks in the area will display signs promoting a smoke free environment. The campaign aims to "protect children and young people from exposure to smoking behaviours." So does this move help support and promote healthy lifestyles or is it the nanny state getting out of hand? V...
14m Feb 14, 2018
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Equal marriage was one of Sinn Fein's priorities for a return to Stormont - can a deal bring it any closer? @johndoc240 and Rev David McIlveen discuss
Equal marriage - it was one of Sinn Fein's priorities for a return to Stormont. And a key part of the party's assembly election campaign. Can a deal bring it any closer? John O'Doherty from the Rainbow Project and the Free Presbyterian minister David McIlveen.
15m Feb 14, 2018
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DUP leader Arlene Foster goes public over the Irish language act stand-off - @JimAllister and @PaulaJaneB react
There will be no stand alone Irish language act. That was the message from DUP leader Arlene Foster yesterday. Usually tight lipped about the detail in the ongoing power sharing negotiations. Mrs Foster said she wanted to "clarify matters," because some speculation had been "off the mark". Vinny got reaction from TUV MLA Jim Allister and Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw.
22m Feb 14, 2018
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Shock and horror after a man is shot dead in front of his partner and an 11 year old child - @CllrMagennis reacts
There has been shock and widespread condemnation after a man was shot dead in west Belfast last night. The victim has been named as Raymond Johnston - he's believed to have been in his twenties. He was shot twice in front of his partner and a child at a house in Glenbawn Avenue in Poleglass. Vinny got reaction from Sinn Fein Councillor Stephen Magennis.
9m Feb 14, 2018
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Have @CnaG made a u-turn on demand for every street sign to be in Irish?
Have Conradh na Gaeilge made a u-turn on calls for every street sign to be in Irish? Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin set out the group’s position on Friday, and again today. Have a listen.
4m Feb 13, 2018
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Irish language road signs row - @crogallmorglas and former UKIP MLA David McNarry clash
A stand alone Irish Language Act, a mixed culture act that would include Irish language, or something else? Just what are the specifics - around 'protecting the language' that both Sinn Féin and the DUP would accept? And here's the question - why do you not know? Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin from Conradh na Gaeilge and former UKIP MLA David McNarry debate.
14m Feb 13, 2018
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The debate around 'paedophile-hunter' groups - #BBCNolan callers react
The debate around 'paedophile-hunter' groups - Nolan Show callers react
10m Feb 13, 2018
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Top PSNI officer reacts to @StephenNolan interview with self-styled 'paedophile-hunter'
Detective Chief Superintendent Paula Hillman, who is the Head of the PSNI Public Protection Branch, reacts to Nolan interview with self-styled 'paedophile-hunter'
9m Feb 13, 2018
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BBC NI investigative reporter @KevinMageeBeeb talks to @StephenNolan following confrontation with 'paedophile-hunter' groups
BBC Northern Ireland investigative reporter Kevin Magee joined Stephen in studio.
9m Feb 13, 2018
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An insight into the mindset of a 'paedophile-hunter' - @StephenNolan interviews the man who was part of a group who surrounded a BBC reporter investigating 'paedophile-hunter' activities
This morning - an extended interview with a paedo-hunter who used the pseudonym James SJ O'Neill. The BBC's Kevin Magee has named his real identity as George Keenan. Kevin confronted paedophile hunter George Keenan at his home to ask what right he has to go after alleged paedophiles. Then, last week, a further twist to this story. There was dramatic footage last week after footage emerged of Ke...
28m Feb 13, 2018
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Speculation grows of a breakthrough in Stormont talks - @campbellclaret reacts
Speculation grows of a breakthrough in Stormont talks -Tony Blair's former director of communications Alastair Campbell reacts
7m Feb 12, 2018
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Could there be a Stormont deal on Irish language? @crogallmorglas and @JamieBrysonCPNI discuss
Could there be a Stormont deal on Irish language? Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin from Conradh na Gaeilge and loyalist blogger Jamie Bryson discuss.
13m Feb 12, 2018
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Would an Irish language act be acceptable to unionists? Former DUP MLA Nelson McCausland and @crogallmorglas discuss
Would an Irish language Act be acceptable to unionists? Former DUP MLA Nelson McCausland and Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin from Conradh na Gaeilge discuss.
4m Feb 12, 2018
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Speculation grows of a breakthrough in Stormont talks - political observers @AllisonMorris1 and @AlexKane221b discuss
Speculation grows of a breakthrough in Stormont talks - political observers Allison Morris and Alex Kane discuss
5m Feb 12, 2018
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Is a Stormont deal imminent? @StephenFarryMLA reacts
Is a Stormont deal imminent? Alliance MLA Stephen Farry reacts
3m Feb 12, 2018
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The Irish language act has been a thorn in the side of DUP and Sinn Fein for some time now - a reminder of some of the comments made by both parties
The Irish language act has been a thorn in the side of DUP and Sinn Fein for some time now - a reminder of some of the comments made by both parties .
6m Feb 12, 2018
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Is a Stormont deal imminent? @NicholaMallon reacts
Is a Stormont deal imminent? SDLP MLA Nichola Mallon reacts
3m Feb 12, 2018
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Could there be a Stormont deal over Irish language? @JimAllister reacts
Could there be a Stormont deal over Irish language? TUV MLA Jim Allister reacts
10m Feb 12, 2018
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Just how is the best way to tackle childhood obesity? Dr George O’Neill and Kathryn Szrodecki debate
School programmes encouraging children to take more exercise and eat healthily are unlikely to have any real effect on childhood obesity, a study in the British Medical Journal suggests. More than 600 primary school pupils took part in a 12-month anti-obesity programme that included a daily opportunity to do 30 minutes of additional exercise and a six-week healthy eating and exercise programme....
5m Feb 09, 2018
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An airline has created a "quiet zone" in its planes where no kids under 12 are allowed in the cabin - is that idea a flyer for you? @TinaCalder and @worldinaglass debate
Flying with children is something that can be stressful for those with kids and the passengers without. Well how about child free zones? An Indian airline has created a "quiet zone" in its cabins where children under the age of 12 are not allowed and Etihad offers a "Flying Nanny" service on its long-haul flights. So should planes have children free zones? Commentators Tina Calder and Andrea Mc...
9m Feb 09, 2018
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Biggest book club in the country is back - @Kevin_Maguire and @CharlieSeaWolf review @MichaelWolffNYC's "Fire and Fury"
The Biggest Book Club in the country is back! This month's book is 'Fire and Fury', by Michael Wolff. The book is full of descriptions of Trump's behaviour and what it describes as 'chaotic interactions' among senior White House staff. Author Wolff said that "100% of the people around him" believe Trump is unfit for office. Vinny has been speaking to commentators Kevin Maguire and Charlie Wolf.
13m Feb 09, 2018
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Former Sinn Fein MLA @daithimckay tells @yvetteshapiro he wants to see a Stormont deal include petition of concern reform
Former Sinn Fein MLA Daithi McKay tells Yvette Shapiro he wants to see a Stormont deal include petition of concern reform
11m Feb 09, 2018
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As Stormont talks reach crunch stage, @JimAllister fires warning over Irish Language Act - he debates with @crogallmorglas from Conradh na Gaeilge
As Stormont talks reach crunch stage, a warning from other unionists to DUP not to give any ground on an Irish Language Act. TUV MLA Jim Allister and Ciarán Mac Giolla Bhéin from Conradh na Gaeilge debate.
27m Feb 09, 2018
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Could @theresa_may be on her way to NI to help push power sharing talks over the finish line?
Could Theresa May be on her way to northern ireland to help push power sharing talks over the finish line? The BBC understands that the Prime Minister is considering coming here next week to help secure a deal to restore devolution. However, Theresa May would only travel if it was felt her input could bring the DUP and Sinn Féin closer together. Stephen gets the latest from our political editor...
9m Feb 09, 2018
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A call for teachers to get a 5% pay rise - would you support that?
Should our teachers be given a 5% pay hike? That's the call from the Association of School and College Leaders. They say morale among teachers and school leaders is "at an all time low". Maxine Murphy-Higgins from the teaching union NASUWT and commentator Charlie Wolf debate.
9m Feb 08, 2018
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Shadow Secretary of State @OwenSmith_MP wades in on NI abortion debate - a welcome step towards equal rights for women here, or unnecessary interference on a devolved matter?
The Shadow Secretary of State Owen Smith has said Labour is committed to its manifesto pledge to "strengthen women's rights to choose a safe abortion". He's hosting a delegation of Labour MPs today in Belfast. They will meet lobby groups, medics and women affected by current laws in Northern Ireland. The Labour Party says it will push the government to reform abortion law here if we move to dir...
9m Feb 08, 2018
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@StephenFarryMLA hits out at DUP's Ian Paisley "no surrender" call on #Brexit
Alliance MLA Stephen Farry hits out at DUP's Ian Paisley "no surrender" call on Brexit
6m Feb 08, 2018
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Official report says NI's economic growth would take a 12% hit if there's no #Brexit deal - former DUP MLA Nelson McCausland and @7815PWK debate
Brexit hits the headlines again this morning. Government official forecasts say Northern ireland's economic growth could take a 12% hit if there's no deal between the UK and EU post Brexit. The forecasts model the 15-year impact of the UK staying in the single market, doing a trade deal with the EU or leaving without a deal. Then - 2 DUP MPs caused anger after they called for the government to ...
26m Feb 08, 2018
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Calls to move Belfast marathon to a Sunday – would you back it?
The Belfast marathon may be 3 months away but there are already plans for next year which would move the event to a Sunday as well as introducing a new route. For the last 36 years the marathon has been traditionally held on the May Day bank holiday Monday. The proposal will be brought before Belfast City Council this week. UUP Councillor Jim Rodgers and commentator and runner Brendan Mulgrew d...
10m Feb 07, 2018
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Could restorative justice help stem the rising tide of violence in our schools?
That's the call from the Ulster Teachers' Union. Restorative Justice is a process where all parties with a stake in a particular incident come together to decide how to deal with the aftermath. Put bluntly - the victim of the incident meets with perpetrator, and they try to sort things out together. Stephen got the views of Children's Commissioner - Koulla Yiasouma and mum and commentator Heidi...
13m Feb 07, 2018
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Questions over the behaviour of people involved in self-styled 'paedo hunter' groups – former Assistant Chief Constable Alan McQuillan reacts
Questions over the behaviour of people involved in self-styled 'paedo hunter' groups – former Assistant Chief Constable Alan McQuillan reacts
21m Feb 07, 2018
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Questions over the behaviour of people involved in self-styled 'paedo hunter' groups - solicitor @CiaranMoy reacts
Dramatic footage has emerged of BBC journalist Kevin Magee being surrounded last night by a group of people. BBC Investigative Correspondent Mr Magee is working on a story of the activities of self styled paedophile hunter groups who many have criticised for their actions. Mr. Magee was lured to a location under false pretences and was then surrounded by a group of men shouting at him. When he ...
6m Feb 07, 2018
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Commentator @malodoherty and callers react to Alex Maskey’s "putrid little statelet" tweet
Commentator Malachi O'Doherty and callers react to Alex Maskey’s "putrid little statelet" tweet
10m Feb 07, 2018
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Anger after Sinn Fein's Alex Maskey labels Northern Ireland a "putrid little statelet" - @mikenesbittni reacts
Anger after Sinn Fein's Alex Maskey labels Northern Ireland a "putrid little statelet" - UUP MLA Mike Nesbitt reacts
6m Feb 07, 2018
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Anger after Sinn Fein's Alex Maskey labels Northern Ireland a "putrid little statelet" - SDLP leader @columeastwood reacts
Sinn Féin MLA Alex Maskey has been criticised for describing Northern Ireland as a "putrid little statelet". Mr Maskey tweeted: "Unfortunately it took more than the CRA (Civil Rights Association) to secure rights in the putrid little statelet NI." The comments were posted in response to a tweet from SDLP leader Colm Eastwood commenting on the 100th anniversary of women's voting rights. Unionist...
10m Feb 07, 2018
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