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Best of Nolan

Stephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day: an unmissable mixture of news, phone ins and entertainment. From BBC Radio Ulster

Radio Ulster,14 episodes

Episodes

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Nolan exclusive – the end of the Ulster banner at the Commonwealth Games unless the executive intervenes
Stephen Watson in the presenter's seat, also the Assembly's proposed multi-year budget.
12 Jan 2026,77 mins
Mugshots of convicted criminals to be released more routinely by PSNI following criticism from victims
Also, woman referred to urgent ENT waiting list 18 months ago has still no appointment
09 Jan 2026,78 mins
Young mother and her three children forced to leave home after being targeted in double shooting
Also, elderly man left on floor with broken hip for nearly 14 hrs after ambulance call
08 Jan 2026,79 mins
Draft multi-year budget row - 'a way forward' says Sinn Féin Finance Minister, but 'deeply flawed' says DUP
Also, is it good news for GAA fans as extra £40m earmarked for Casement Park development?
07 Jan 2026,78 mins
An emotional plea from family of missing Cookstown man - 21-year-old Taylor Stewart
Eve Rosato takes the reigns this week, also tackling cold weather support.
06 Jan 2026,79 mins
More victims told to expect their cases to be adjourned as barristers strike begins
Also, Mike Nesbitt confirms he is to stand down as leader of the UUP - who'll take over?
05 Jan 2026,78 mins
None of this argy-bargy - it's a different kind of Nolan Show on Christmas Eve
Stephen speaks with guests about their favourite festive memories.
24 Dec 2025,63 mins
Scale back Casement Park plans and spread the money around Ulster - Tyrone GAA Chairman tells Irish News
And - broadcaster Julian Simmons & hairdresser Paul Meekin talk hair dye with Nolan.
23 Dec 2025,79 mins
Potentially hundreds of thousands of pounds offered back to Education Authority by taxi operators - sources tell Nolan
Also, weight-loss jabs, what happens when you want to stop using them?
22 Dec 2025,79 mins
Education Minister gets Executive permission to bust budget to deliver teacher pay award - how is this fiscally responsible?
Also, Rory McIlroy wins BBC Sports personality of the year.
19 Dec 2025,73 mins
Sinn Féin 'blocking' efforts to tackle benefit fraudsters - Communities Minister Gordon Lyons
Plus, Belfast City Council vote to replace real Christmas tree with an artificial one
18 Dec 2025,78 mins
Family of Natalie McNally speak out as they are told to prepare for the trial into her murder to be delayed
Also, local woman went abroad for surgery after being told of 5-year waiting list here.
17 Dec 2025,78 mins
Don’t overload sockets and unplug electrical items at night – renewed safety advice from Fire Service following fatal fires
Plus, some councils to leave public waiting longer for post festive collections
16 Dec 2025,77 mins
NI Commissioner for Victims of Crime ‘very angry’ as victims ‘pay price’ for barrister strike
Geraldine Hanna is in the Nolan studio.
15 Dec 2025,70 mins