Provocative weekly debate on moral, religious and ethical issues. From BBC Radio Ulster
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BBC Radio Ulster Podcasts
The teams assume nothing as they examine events through fresh eyes.
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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
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Resident chef Paula McIntyre brings you a weekly recipe in a handy digestible ten minute download. From BBC Radio Ulster.
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Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines, chat to the people making them and ask you, the audience, what you think? From BBC Radio Ulster
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The weekly gardening programme for keen gardeners, with the latest advice, news and visits to gardens large and small around the province. Presented by David Maxwell.
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The back-stop’s here? Bad puns with top political coverage from Northern Ireland. Red Lines brings you essential analysis and commentary by BBC NI’s politics team.
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Radio Ulster brings together some of the best radio documentaries from UK and Irish broadcasters.
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Highlights from Vinny's late-night magazine show on BBC Radio Ulster.
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Downloads of Anderson Extra plus some of Gerry Anderson's classic podcasts. From BBC Radio Ulster's Remembering Gerry week
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The Hole in the Wall Gang are on air with a brand new sketch show, delivering their hilarious verdict on the politicians and current events in Northern Ireland.
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Dive into an alternative world of humour and wonderment. This is a permanent archive featuring some of Gerry’s best shows from 1984 onwards, 2 episodes added each week. Part of BBC Radio Foyle’s 40th birthday celebrations
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Award-winning composer Chipzel unlocks the past, present and future of UK gaming and technology.
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Ireland’s rich and turbulent history is explored in a series written by the late Dr Jonathan Bardon.
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To commemorate the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, Ciaran Hinds introduces a series of letters written 100 years ago to the day by people on-board, each read by a different famous person
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Remembering Seamus Heaney
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Vinny Hurrell takes his guests back to their mid-twenties. Given the passage of time – what would they do differently now? What advice would they give their younger selves?
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Drama series exploring World War I and the tragedies of war through the love letters of two young lovers
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Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. It’s performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin
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Joel Taggart and guests discuss all the latest news, results and talking points from across the Irish League as well as showcasing the people and personalities behind the game.
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Marking the centenary of the war through stories and events linked to places across Ireland. Introduced by Helen Mark.
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A podcast celebrating the people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique, presented by Anne Marie McAleese.
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Gemma Bradley talks a new guest on their career so far, inspirations, backstage stories, and they perform in session.
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Welcome to the Stephen Nolan Audio channel. BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC One. Stephen will use this to communicate personally with you and you will also find key audio from his radio and tv shows. To contact the show: [email protected] Stephen direct: [email protected] Twitter: @stephennolan
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The Nolan team based in Belfast are a group of journalists well used to asking awkward questions. This investigative podcast questions the BBC over its close relationship with the political lobby group Stonewall. We talk to a range of voices with a view on sex, gender and identity. This 18 month investigation has already had significant impact behind the scenes in major public institutions. The podcast is the story of how it all unfolded.
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Anna Curran champions the cause of consumers in Northern Ireland, helping them to solve their problems, make the right choices and avoid the pitfalls - contact the show with your consumer and benefits queries: Write to: OYB BBC Ormeau Avenue BELFAST BT2 8HQ
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Comedy news quiz
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The Nolan Show investigates true crime from Northern Ireland and further afield. We speak with those involved including families and friends of victims, retracing final steps and shedding new light on unexplained cases. Stephen Nolan and Vinny Hurrell present. The series is produced by Vinny Hurrell.
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25 years since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement brought peace to Northern Ireland, we examine what's inside one of the most significant peace accords in modern history.
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Calls from journalists and campaigners for a public inquiry into PSNI spying
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1:17:27Also, leading loyalist Winston Irvine has prison sentence doubled by Court of Appeal.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Justice Minister tackles British & Irish governments for appointing negotiator to discuss disbandment with paramilitaries.
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1:21:03Also, a woman says she pays more on childcare than rent.By BBC Radio Ulster
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DUP leader Gavin Robinson takes your questionsBy BBC Radio Ulster
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DUP and NI Green Party clash over ‘war on wokeness’
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1:19:58Also, UUP MLA Jon Burrows slams a Department of Justice consultation.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Chocolate cracknell with whiskey custard cream
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5:33Recipe Chocolate cracknell150g golden syrup75g butter chopped 30g cocoa powder100g chopped dark chocolate 150g cornflakes Line a cake tin with parchment paper.Place the syrup, butter and cocoa in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Add the chocolate and turn off the heat. Stir until the chocolate i…
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Irish presential candidate Catherine Connolly
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30:01Independent Catherine Connolly speaks to William as Sinn Féin back her bid for the ÁrasBy BBC Radio Ulster
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DUP party conference – Stormont over Starmer, Irish sea border, trans issues, unionist unity
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1:19:33Nolan talks to DUP MLA Phillip Brett and TUV MP Jim Allister.By BBC Radio Ulster
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After a UN Commission of Enquiry rules that Israel has committed acts of genocide in Gaza, where do we go from here?By BBC Radio Ulster
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Creating a sunken garden, how to grow asparagus and the bush with a froggy smell?
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57:01In Magherafelt, David Maxwell visits Yew Cottage garden where Philip Stewart is turning his pond into a sunken garden. He hopes to turn a ‘frost pocket’ into a place for tender plants including bananas. In County Clare, Karoly Torok takes us on a tour of Vandeleur Walled Garden, which is now a thriving community space after years of neglect. Colin …
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The legacy act is being repealed, what will the labour government replace it with?
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31:35Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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A paedophile in Belfast forced from their home. Where should sex offenders, released from prison, live?
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1:18:42Also, security rules around liquids have been relaxed at Dublin airport.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Could the current political climate in Great Britain turn ugly and lead to someone getting hurt?
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34:40Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Major incident in Southern Trust as IT systems crash – how long until all missed patient appointments are rescheduled?
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1:18:40Also on the show, is Belfast City Airport dropping George Best from its name?By BBC Radio Ulster
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Mark Carruthers discusses the Prime Minister's woes and asks if the IMF could be called in with Enda McClafferty, Andrew Webb, Anna Gross and John Rentoul.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Education Minister Paul Givan - AI speech allegation ‘categorically incorrect’ & has distracted from really important SEN issue
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1:16:45Also, Belfast City Airport proposes rail connection in a new '2040 Master Plan'.By BBC Radio Ulster
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How should the UK and Ireland respond to the UN commission of inquiry saying Israel has committed genocide?
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44:29Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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MI5 admits it 'illegally obtained data' from former BBC journalist's phone – is that an attack on democracy?
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1:18:03Also, the Alliance party has slammed the Education Minister's new school uniform bill.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Tributes pour in for former world champion boxer and 'working class hero' Ricky Hatton
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1:17:51Nolan talks to two-time world champion Carl Frampton and boxing pundit Steve Bunce.By BBC Radio Ulster
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The 6th century monastery of St. Catherine's and the tourist mega resort on its doorstepBy BBC Radio Ulster
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How to ripen your pears, the magic of the moving Mimosa plant, and Kumquat curiosity
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57:00This week, David Maxwell heads to County Antrim where he meets a Canadian couple gardening in the shadow of Slemish. Judith and Hugh Jackson moved to the area from Vancouver after they both retired. They built a house in a rural area and they quickly realised that gardening at 300 metres above sea level meant they needed plants that can look after …
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Should the UK and Ireland pull the plug on next year's Eurovision?
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36:01Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Damson Cheesecake Cream with Blackberry Thumbprint Biscuits
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7:50Damson Cheesecake Cream Damson Puree 500g damsons 200g granulated sugar Place the damsons and sugar in a pan and allow to gently simmer until the fruit is pulpy and any fruit removed from the stone. Scoop out the stones with a peascoop or a slotted spoon.Blend the pulp and then pass through a sieve. Store in sterilized jam jars. 250g mascarpone 150…
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Has the northwest been 'shafted' in football stadium funding announcement?
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1:18:13Nolan talks to Communities Minister Gordon LyonsBy BBC Radio Ulster
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What does it say about Keir Starmer's judgement that he appointed Peter Mandelson ambassador in the first place?
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34:30Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Fight for equality - school boy in battle with his school over conflicting earring policy for boys and girls
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1:17:45Chris Quinn - Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People reactsBy BBC Radio Ulster
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PSNI confirm there were two racist attacks at a car park in east Belfast on Monday night - eyewitness speaks to Nolan
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1:19:58Justice Minister Naomi Long talks to Nolan.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Michelle O'Neill 'not a First Minister for all' says DUP leader as nationalist cllrs oppose British Army stall at jobs fair
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1:19:53Gavin Robinson talks to NolanBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Education Minister announces intention for massive changes to guidance for how schools should treat transgender children
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1:16:32DUP's Paul Givan talks to NolanBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Rev Izzy Hawthorne Steel and Rev Chris Bennett on how they dealt with church arsonists aged 10 and 11 and Carl Stauffer on restorative justice around the world.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Roast Apricots With Coffee Cream And Nut Crunchie Biscuits
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5:05Roast Apricots 8 apricots 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon light brown sugar Cut the apricots in half and place cut side up in a baking dish. Mix the honey with the sugar and drizzle over the top of the fruit. Place in a 180oc oven for 15 minutes. Coffee Cream 50ml espresso275ml double cream75g chopped white chocolate250g mascarpone2 tablespoons ici…
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Greening the grey in The Burren, Adam Frost’s shrub of the month and have you got Ireland’s smallest mammal in your garden?
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56:26Carl Wright never intended to make a garden when he bought an old cottage in The Burren. Had he known he’d become smitten with plants he wouldn’t have chosen to live in an area famous for it’s limestone rock covered by a thin layer of soil. But after importing hundreds of tons of topsoil over 25 years he has created a garden like no other. It’s a s…
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What are Northern Ireland’s best sporting moments?
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21:48Richard and his guests celebrate some of our sporting highlights.By BBC Radio Ulster
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18yo was told he would wait 5 years for neurology appointment after losing use of both hands - until Nolan Show got involved
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1:18:50Also, who are the vigilante group Greater Shankill patrol Angel's?By BBC Radio Ulster
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Is integrated education working in Northern Ireland?
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31:28Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Toxic culture, secret files and millions spent on alleged bullying and harassment cases - what's happening at Belfast Trust?
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1:18:12Also, we hear about hair transplants; from someone who received one and from a surgeon.By BBC Radio Ulster
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The man given the job of driving down waiting lists in Northern Ireland in the Nolan studio.
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1:18:08Professor Mark Taylor on efforts to tackle "ridiculous" waiting lists in Northern Ireland.By BBC Radio Ulster
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What is the NI Executive going to do about racially motivated attacks and the spread of online hate?
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1:19:04Ballymena landlord says he fears for his safety and that of his Filipino tenants after six cars burnt out in racially motivated hate crime.By BBC Radio Ulster
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With hate crimes rising and Catholic families forced out of home- is this now just life in Northern Ireland?
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39:15William and guests discuss recent hate-motivated crimes and consider what could be done.By BBC Radio Ulster
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UDA forces catholic families out of their homes in North Belfast. How is this still happening in 2025?
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1:18:13Also, MLAs accepted £11k in gifts to to attend The Open this summer.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Flatbreads with chorizo, onions, smoked scarmorza and smoked paprika dressing
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5:41Flatbread dough 200g plain flour 200g spelt flour or medium wholemeal7g instant dried yeast ½ teaspoon salt 25ml good local rapeseed oil or olive oil75ml buttermilk 150ml lukewarm water Mix the flours with the yeast and the salt and make a well in the middle. Add the oil, buttermilk and water and mix to a dough – add a little more water if necessar…
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Grow your own fly trap, Isaac Newton’s apple and the allotments with a view
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56:35David travels to the award winning Farmyard Nurseries in Carmarthenshire where Richard Bramley shows him the large collection of fly eating Sarracenia. Greg Sachno reveals how he’s created a small garden orchard on the windswept Ards Peninsula. It includes an apple unique to the local area called Ecklinville seedling and an apple genetically linked…
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Why is there a 'vacuum of information' over concerns about drugs and music festivals in Northern Ireland?
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1:17:58Also, Stephen discusses working from home and middle class privilege.By BBC Radio Ulster
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The Sermon That Shook Trump - Bishop Budde
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25:21Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde recalls her sermon before Trump—a plea for mercy in Washington National Cathedral that sparked his outrage the morning after his inauguration.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Back to school - Education Minister Paul Givan in the Nolan studio for wide-ranging interview ahead of new school year
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1:22:00Also, should NI implement on-site drug testing at large-scale public events?By BBC Radio Ulster
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Former Secretary of State for NI warns Farage immigration plan would ‘put trouble back into Belfast with a capital T’
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1:20:30Also, patients red flagged for breast cancer assessment waiting up to 7 weeks to be seenBy BBC Radio Ulster
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The former Alliance leader speaks to Mark Carruthers about his political influences.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Oat shells 75g rolled oats 50g plain flour 75g soft brown sugar 50g cold butter diced 1 teaspoon honey 1 egg yolk Rub the oats, flour and butter together until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add the sugar, honey and egg yolk and mix to a dough.Lightly butter a 12 hole tartlet tray and set oven to 180oc.Divide the mixture into 12 pieces – you ca…
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Mark Carruthers asks NI Secretary of State Hilary Benn about his political life.By BBC Radio Ulster
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80th anniversary of the publication of George Orwell's powerful political satire Animal Farm
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50:08On the 80th anniversary of the publication of George Orwell's powerful political satire Animal Farm, we hear about the author's motivations and the power of his storytelling from Professor Jean Seaton, director of the Orwell Foundation.Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov is perhaps most famous for his book Death and the Penguin. He lives and works in …
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275g coarsely grated courgette1 onion finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 egg 75g plain flour 75g chickpea flour 1 teaspoon chipotle chilli paste ½ teaspoon seasalt Oil for cooking Mix the courgette, onion and garlic with salt. Add the egg, flours and chilli and mix to a batter. Cover the bottom of a frying pan with oil and when medium hot add…
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