Lib Dem Tim Farron quits as party leader - a sign of an ill-liberal society for people with faith?
Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron quit as party leader yesterday. He blamed the tension between living as a 'faithful Christian' and serving as a political leader. So is he right? Or is this a sign of an increasingly ill-liberal society for people with faith? And are there lessons for politicians in Northern Ireland from Tim Farron's story? Kevin Maguire, associate editor of the Daily Mirror, ...
7m Jun 15, 2017
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Scrapping the licence fee - a DUP manifesto pledge - is it high on their agenda for Tory deal?
Could scrapping the licence fee be part of the DUP's demands for backing a Conservative Government? Labour's deputy leader, Tom Watson has said agreeing to scrap BBC licence fee in return for Unionists' support would be 'a great mistake'. He has urged culture secretary Karen Brady to fight hard to ensure that this pledge is not included in any agreement. It comes after the DUP manifesto include...
28m Jun 15, 2017
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'One of the worst disasters London has seen in a long time' - @ianpaisleymp
A fire has ripped through Grenfell Tower in West London. The fire brigade has confirmed there have been fatalaties - but we do not know how many at this point. Ian Paisley MP spoke to Stephen.
4m Jun 14, 2017
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A number of fatalities as blaze engulfs tower block in London - @TomBurridgebbc reports
A story dominating the headlines this morning - a fire has ripped through Grenfell Tower in West London. The fire brigade has confirmed there have been fatalaties - but we do not know how many at this point. Stephen talks to BBC reporter Tom Burridge, Cllr Robert Atkinson who represents the Kensington and Chelsea area and former Professor of Architecture at Queens Tom Wooley.
18m Jun 14, 2017
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Exclusive - over £30K a month shelled out on TV coverage of Assembly which hasn't sat in months
A Nolan Show exclusive - we can reveal that it is costing £33,188 per month for TV broadcasting for the Northern Ireland Assembly even though they havent' been sitting. A Freedom of Information request has revealed the contract is worth £398,256 for one year up to July this year and to date there have been no payment reductions imposed due to the halt in Assembly proceedings.Power-sharing colla...
7m Jun 14, 2017
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Should teacher have left her job over facebook dress pic?
Do you ever consider that there could be consequences when you post a selfie on social media? School teacher Lydia Ferguson was suspended from the secondary school she works in over a picture of her she had posted on Facebook sitting on the edge of a bed wearing a short, white dress. She defended herself on social media at the time, saying: "I don't think it's seductive or inappropriate either....
14m Jun 13, 2017
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Royal College of Nurses warning as EU nurses registering in UK drops 96% since Brexit
The number of European nurses registering to work in the UK has plummeted by 96 per cent since the EU referendum last June. That news has prompted critics to warn Brexit has caused an "unforgivable drain of talent" in the health sector. But how will hospitals be affected in Northern Ireland? Garrett Martin from the Royal College of Nurses joined Vinny this morning.
10m Jun 13, 2017
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Can power-sharing be saved with less than 3 weeks to find a deal?
Two sets of talks that will have a huge bearing on life here in Northern Ireland. It's crunch time today as Arlene Foster meets with Theresa May to hammer out terms for a Tory-DUP pact to allow the Conservatives to form a minority government. Meanwhile talks to restore power-sharing resumed yesterday with less than three weeks to save Stormont. Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams warned yesterday t...
28m Jun 13, 2017
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Lord @paddyashdown on DUP/Tory deal
"There's an old rule, never ever put the country in the hands of the Ulstermen. In an attempt to try and shore up an 'untenable position' apparently in order to seek stability, she's going to do a deal with - the DUP. It's unbelievable". The words of Paddy Ashdown. The former Lib Dem leader was speaking on Sky News over the weekend as it emerged that Theresa May was considering doing a 'confide...
11m Jun 13, 2017
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Tory MP @CrispinBlunt defends deal with DUP despite holding different views
Tory MP Crispin Blunt defends deal with DUP despite holding different views
29s Jun 12, 2017
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'Appalling and disgraceful' - Belfast City Cllr hits out at video footage of racial abuse in city centre
Police are appealing for information after three teenage girls were racially abused in Belfast city centre on Saturday evening. It happened at Donegall Square West. The girls were sitting on benches beside the City Hall when they were approached by a woman. Video footage of the woman allegedly shouting racial abuse has been shared on social media. Stephen got reaction from Belfast City Councill...
5m Jun 12, 2017
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What might Tory/DUP deal mean for Northern Ireland? @JP_Biz, @SJAMcBride and @AllisonMorris1
What might Tory/DUP deal mean for Northern Ireland? Economics and Business Editor John Campbell, political editor from the Newsletter Sam McBride and Irish News journalist Allison Morris discuss.
15m Jun 12, 2017
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DUP kingmakers for the Tories - @StephenNolan gets reaction from MP @CrispinBlunt
DUP kingmakers for the Tories - Steohen got reaction from Conservative MP Crispin Blunt and commentator Andree Murphy
21m Jun 12, 2017
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'Morally reprehensible' - former SOS for NI Shaun Woodward warns Theresa May over Tory/DUP deal
Stephen spoke to the former Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Shaun Woodward about how he sees a DUP deal with the Tories.
10m Jun 12, 2017
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#BBCNolan callers give their views on DUP/Tory deal #GE2017
Nolan Show callers give their views on DUP/Tory deal
12m Jun 12, 2017
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DUP kingmakers for the Tories - what impact will that have on talks to restore devolution here?
Arlene Foster will meet with Tory leader Theresa May tomorrow, with a deal expected to be agreed on the DUP propping up her government. It will see them support the Conservatives on a "confidence and supply" basis, joining them to vote down votes of no confidence and support things like the budget. But the DUP have a reputation as tough negotiators - what will the they get in return? And will i...
12m Jun 12, 2017
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A look back at #BBCNolan #GE2017 coverage montage
A look back at #BBCNolan #GE2017 coverage montage
5m Jun 09, 2017
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Reporter @nweir1 gets #GE2017 reaction from voters in Belfast's St George's Market
Reporter Nicola Weir gets #GE2017 reaction from voters in Belfast's St George's Market
8m Jun 09, 2017
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‘This isn't Colum Eastwood's fault’ - @ClaireHanna #GE2017
‘This isn't Colum Eastwood's fault’ - SDLP's Claire Hanna
6m Jun 09, 2017
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‘I don't think it was a bad result for Alliance’ - @naomi_long #GE2017
‘I don't think it was a bad result for Alliance’ - Alliance Party's Naomi Long
5m Jun 09, 2017
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‘A great election for Sinn Fein’ - @ChrisHazzardSF #GE2017
‘A great election for Sinn Fein’ - Sinn Fein's Chris Hazzard
5m Jun 09, 2017
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Story of the night - #BBCNolan #GE2017 results night montage
One of the most interesting election nights in recent years. Have a listen to how the night unfolded
4m Jun 09, 2017
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Madrid moves to ban 'manspreading' on public transport system - @MartinDaubney and @NiamhHoran discuss
BAN MANSPREADING! Yes, Madrid has moved to ban 'manspreading' on its public transport system. Its reported the change comes after a group called 'Women at War' launched a social network campaign against it and presented a petition signed by 10,000 people to Madrid city hall. Vinny got the views of commentators Martin Daubney and journalist Niamh Horan.
5m Jun 08, 2017
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Is there an age limit on 'being sexy'?
Is there an age limit on 'being sexy'? Well now, former Playboy magazine 'Playmates' are recreating their cover shots, some - almost 40 years after the original. The raunchy magazine says they're 're-creating their iconic cover images...to prove...that sex appeal is timeless'. But can you really be sexy at 60? And we are talking men and women here. Commentators John McCririck and Paul Martin jo...
14m Jun 08, 2017
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£72m in one year! Top sports stars' income published - are they getting too much?
Mega rich sports stars rolling in the money. Footballers playing the people's game, becoming multi-millionaires while fans pay through the nose for tickets. Is this one of your big gripes? Or do you think top stars deserve all the riches, because of their skills and all the joy they bring? Well - an international sports star rich list has been published. It's the annual list compiled by influen...
30m Jun 08, 2017
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Should it be compulsory to vote? #GE2017
We are only a day away from the polls opening for the 2017 General Election. But - should it be compulsory to vote? Would you like to see penalties for those who don't head to the polling stations? Or should everyone have the freedom to decide and exercise their right to stay at home? Stephen got the views of commentator Brendan Mulgrew and former NI21 Leader Basil McCrea.
18m Jun 07, 2017
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Should human rights be set aside when the state is dealing with terrorists?
Theresa May has said she will change human rights laws if they "get in the way" of tackling terror suspects. And that includes restricting the freedom and movements of terrorist suspects, when there is not enough evidence to prosecute them. Labour was critical, saying ministers must stand up for "democratic values" while the Lib Dems said Theresa May's plan would not improve safety. So how far ...
8m Jun 07, 2017
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Election row as Shankill bomber reported to be canvassing for Sinn Fein
A new election row has broken out just hours before the polls open. The DUP have hit out at Sinn Fein, after the Belfast Telegraph reported that Shankill bomber Sean Kelly has been canvassing for Sinn Fein in north Belfast. It's on the paper front page today. And it was raised on last night's election debate on BBC1. Stephen got the views of commentators Malachi O'Doherty and Jude Collins.
29m Jun 07, 2017
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Green Party’s @StevenAgnew – we’ll scrap tuition fees
Green Party’s Steven Agnew – we’ll scrap tuition fees
5m Jun 06, 2017
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Green Party’s @StevenAgnew would increase corporation tax
Green Party’s Steven Agnew would increase corporation tax
4m Jun 06, 2017
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.@StephenNolan quizzes @SimonHamilton on DUP’s Irish language stance
Stephen quizzes Simon Hamilton on DUP’s Irish language stance
5m Jun 06, 2017
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DUP’s @SimonHamilton stonewalls on his Brexit vote
DUP’s Simon Hamilton stonewalls on his Brexit vote
8m Jun 06, 2017
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DUP’s @SimonHamilton comments on loyalist group’s backing
DUP’s Simon Hamilton comments on loyalist group’s backing
8m Jun 06, 2017
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Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - DUP's @SimonHamilton
It's the last day of our big election interviews this morning. Stephen spoke to DUP's Simon Hamilton
29m Jun 06, 2017
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How should we react to personal terror attacks - a message of 'One Love', or is it ok to get angry?
Last night a vigil was held near London Bridge to remember the victims of Saturday's terror attack. Seven people were killed 48 injured with 18 people are still said to be in critical condition. Mayor of London Sadiq Khan led the short ceremony. Addressing the attackers, he said: "We will defeat you. You will not win." The vigil came a day after Manchester held a One Love concert in response to...
3m Jun 06, 2017
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Gran Fondo cyclists hit out at how event was organised
Over four and a half thousand people took part in the Gran Fondo biking event from Stormont at the weekend. It's a major sporting competition here - a legacy from Northern Ireland hosting the prestigious Giro D'Italia in 2014. For many taking part it meant cycling over 100 miles through the Mournes. But it was the lack of food rather than the rough, steep terrain that left some bikers feeling t...
15m Jun 06, 2017
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Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - Green Party's @StevenAgnew (Part Two)
It's the last day of our big election interviews this morning. Today we have the Green Party in the studio - and Stephen was joined by their leader Steven Agnew (Part Two)
21m Jun 06, 2017
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Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - Green Party's @StevenAgnew (Part One)
It's the last day of our big election interviews this morning. Today we have the Green Party in the studio - and Stephen was joined by their leader Steven Agnew.
16m Jun 06, 2017
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UUP’s @SteveAikenUUP on Arlene Foster as First Minister
UUP’s Steve Aiken on Arlene Foster as First Minister
3m Jun 05, 2017
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When is a pact not a pact? @vinnybelfast asks @SteveAikenUUP #GE2017
When is a pact not a pact? Vinny asks UUP's Steve Aiken
6m Jun 05, 2017
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UUP’s @SteveAikenUUP quizzed on party’s Irish language act stance
UUP’s Steve Aiken quizzed on party’s Irish language act stance
3m Jun 05, 2017
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LISTEN | Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - UUP's @SteveAikenUUP (Part Two)
All political parties have resumed campaigning today in the wake of the terror attack so we are continuing with our big election interview series too. This morning it is the turn of the Ulster Unionists, and Vinny was joined in the studio by Steve Aiken. (Part Two)
24m Jun 05, 2017
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LISTEN | Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - UUP's @SteveAikenUUP (Part One)
All political parties have resumed campaigning today in the wake of the terror attack so we are continuing with our big election interview series too. This morning it is the turn of the Ulster Unionists, and Vinny was joined in the studio by Steve Aiken.
29m Jun 05, 2017
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Alliance Party's @StephenFarryMLA on revenue raising by Executive
Alliance Party's Stephen Farry on revenue raising by Executive
6m Jun 02, 2017
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Alliance Party's @StephenFarryMLA spells out his party's position on Brexit
Alliance Party's Stephen Farry spells out his party's postion on Brexit
7m Jun 02, 2017
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Alliance Party's @StephenFarryMLA quizzed on party's border poll stance
Alliance Party's Stephen Farry quizzed on party's border poll stance
5m Jun 02, 2017
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Ex-footballer Clarke Carlisle talks to @StephenNolan about battling depression and mental health awareness
A former Premier League footballer who battled depression and is now campaigning for better mental health services has been visiting young people in Belfast to share his story and speak with those working in mental health. Clarke Carlisle who had played for QPR, Burnley and Leeds has been very open about his own battles. Stephen has been speaking to him and began by asking him how hard is it to...
25m Jun 02, 2017
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Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - Alliance Party's @StephenFarryMLA (Part Two)
(Part Two) Next in our General Election manifesto interviews - it's the Alliance Party deputy leader Stephen Farry in the studio this morning. He's the latest politician in the hot seat for our big election interview series. Nolan gets down to business probing the Alliance manifesto pledges and where they stand on all the big issues affecting us here.
26m Jun 02, 2017
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Big #BBCNolan #GE2017 election interviews - Alliance Party's @StephenFarryMLA (Part One)
Next in our General Election manifesto interviews - it's the Alliance Party deputy leader Stephen Farry in the studio this morning. He's the latest politician in the hot seat for our big election interview series. Nolan gets down to business probing the Alliance manifesto pledges and where they stand on all the big issues affecting us here.
30m Jun 02, 2017
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SDLP’s @markdurkan on whether his party support any change to abortion law
SDLP’s Mark Durkan on whether his party support any change to abortion law
4m Jun 01, 2017
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