The teams assume nothing as they examine events through fresh eyes.
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Provocative weekly debate on moral, religious and ethical issues. 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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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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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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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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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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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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A podcast celebrating the people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique, presented by Anne Marie McAleese.
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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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Radio Ulster brings together some of the best radio documentaries from UK and Irish broadcasters.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Overpromise & underdeliver – Another broken promise of the NI Executive’s Programme for Government
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1:17:23Overpromise & underdeliver – Another broken promise of the NI Executive’s Programme for GovernmentBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Gerry Adams says his libel case was about ‘putting manners’ on the BBC – NUJ Irish secretary calls the comment ‘chilling’
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1:18:31Nolan talks to BBC NI crime and justice correspondent Julian O'Neill.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Father Brian D’Arcy turns 80 today. He’s Ireland's best known priest, a journalist, a broadcaster, and someone who has never shied away from speaking his true feelings about some of the most important religious, political and social issues. Brian sat down with Audrey Carville to talk about love and loneliness, look back at some the moments that cha…
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Yes, they’re back! Da and Uncle Andy host the multi award-winning topical sketch show that takes the week’s news and it gives it the unique Hole in the Wall Gang treatment. Featuring up to the minute political satire, silly jokes, impressions of the great and the not so good, character comedy and the occasional song, A Perforated Ulster is the perf…
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Pineapple Semifreddo with Candied White Chocolate and Coconut Crumb
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6:34Recipe Pineapple semifreddo with candied white chocolate and coconut crumbPineapple semifreddo2 egg yolks 100g castor sugar 150ml pineapple juice Zest and juice 1 lime 25g cornflour 200g pineapple flesh, blended 350ml double cream Place the egg yolks, sugar, pineapple juice, lime juice and zest and cornflour in a saucepan and whisk until smooth. Pl…
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RVH patients ask for care to be moved to Dublin after mistaken concerns.
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1:18:53Nolan talks to John Compton, former chief executive of NI's Health and Social Care BoardBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Working from home - MLAs told 'not enough space' for civil servants to return to office full time
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1:19:30And - should schoolgirls in NI have the right to wear trousers as part of their uniform?By BBC Radio Ulster
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Mark Carruthers visits the courthouse & jail on Belfast's Crumlin road. He talks about their contrasting fortunes with Michael Liggett, John Kelly, Johann Muldoon & Rita HarkinBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Northern Ireland Prison Service give Winston Irvine paramilitary status in Maghaberry - Nolan Exclusive
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1:21:02Belfast Telegraph's Sam McBride, UUP MLA Doug Beattie and author Dr Aaron Edwards react.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Did police overreact in arresting two pro-Palestinian protesters in Belfast?
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21:04Protester Sue Pentel has accused the PSNI of criminalising a peaceful protest.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Questions remain over how leading loyalist Winston Irvine got half the minimum sentence for firearms offences
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1:18:53Belfast Telegraph's Sam McBride gives analysisBy BBC Radio Ulster
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A grandmother arrested for placing a sticker on an ATM machine in pro-Palestine protest
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1:19:47Also-Gary Lineker presents his final Match of the Day-will you miss him? Or glad he left?By BBC Radio Ulster
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After 19 years, the Stormont government finally has an anti-poverty strategy.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Yes, they’re back! Da and Uncle Andy host the multi award-winning topical sketch show that takes the week’s news and it gives it the unique Hole in the Wall Gang treatment. Featuring up to the minute political satire, silly jokes, impressions of the great and the not so good, character comedy and the occasional song, A Perforated Ulster is the perf…
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Gardeners’ Corner at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
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56:00Highlights from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025. David Maxwell explores the show gardens including the gold medal winning ‘The Glasshouse Garden’ by Jo Thompson and an alpine garden for the British Red Cross inspired by the Giant’s Causeway. In the great pavilion, David chats to plant experts on peonies, sweet pea and unusual heirloom vegetables. …
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Your Place and Mine visits Ballymoney to hear about local motorcycling legend Joey DunlopBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Cider Brined Pork Shoulder Chops with Grilled Apple and Walnut Salad
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7:51Recipe 4 x 200g pork shoulder chops 200ml dry cider 500ml water 15g seasalt 30g brown sugar 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 clove garlic, smashed 2 sprigs fresh rosemary Place the cider, water, salt, sugar, mustard seeds, garlic and rosemary in a pan and simmer until sugar and salt have dissolved. Cool completely. Place the chops in a container and cove…
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Will sentencing reform proposals help ease pressure on our prisons?
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55:40Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Liverpool FC cancel lifelong fan’s tickets accusing him of facilitating ticket touting – Nolan investigates
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1:19:31Plus, dozens of rats scurrying around a popular walkway along in Londonderry.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Should there be mandatory Christian religious education and collective worship in schools?
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20:02Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Is public and political support for Israel draining away?
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40:14Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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More calls for leading loyalist Winston Irvine's jail sentence to be increased for guns offences
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1:19:56Nolan talks to Mick Fealty - Editor of political website Slugger O'Toole.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Why was a leading loyalist, who admitted to firearm offences, only given half the minimum statutory sentence?
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1:19:09UUP's Doug Beattie and Belfast Telegraph Crime Correspondent Allison Morris discuss.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Abandoned asbestos found at bonfire site in South Belfast
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41:52Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Doctors and Health Minister face off in row over funding and patient access to GPs
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1:17:28Dr Frances O'Hagan from BMA NI and politicians talk to NolanBy BBC Radio Ulster
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What can we expect from the UK-EU trade deal just announced?
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55:47Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Weight loss jabs - are they really a medical game changer? Or too good to be true?
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1:18:56Plus, reaction as UK and EU strike a new.By BBC Radio Ulster
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What relevance does an event which took place 1700 years ago this week have for people today? The event was the gathering of the Council of Nicea- a meeting of Christian bishops by the Roman Emperor Constantine the First. It met in what is now the Turkish city of Iznik from May until the end of July. It was an ecumenical meeting - the first of many…
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Yes, they’re back! Da and Uncle Andy host the multi award-winning topical sketch show that takes the week’s news and it gives it the unique Hole in the Wall Gang treatment. Featuring up to the minute political satire, silly jokes, impressions of the great and the not so good, character comedy and the occasional song, A Perforated Ulster is the perf…
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Tonnato 125g tinned or jarred tuna, drained weight 1 garlic clove, peeledJuice of half a lemon1 egg yolk1 small handful parsley leaves1 teaspoon Dijon mustard150ml good quality local rapeseed oil or olive oilSalt and pepper, to seasonPut all the ingredients, except the oil and seasoning, into a food processor or a bowl suitable for an immersion ble…
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Two doctors from Northern Ireland who are both on either side of the moral debate, talk to William about assisted dying
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38:24MPs are debating changes to the assisted dying bill in England and Wales today.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Rising popularity of weight loss jabs – they sound to good to be true, are they?
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1:19:14Nolan talks to Ulster University obesity expert Prof Alex MirasBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Unions slam practice of temporary contracts for classroom assistants
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1:19:42Unison and Unite tell Nolan it is : "unacceptable, unjustifiable and exploitative".By BBC Radio Ulster
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Marks Carruthers speaks to the Agriculture and Environment Minister, the First and deputy First Ministers and other political figures at the Balmoral Show.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Is the rule requiring Ireland's Camogie players to wear skorts and banning shorts, sexism?
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23:41There have been protests and matches postponed over the past few weeks.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Sinn Féin councillor stays silent when asked to translate contribution in Irish at Belfast City Council meeting
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1:18:30Also, is it time to bring booze back to the NI football terraces? Nolan discusses.By BBC Radio Ulster
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William discusses the latest BBC Panorama documentary about SAS war crimes.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Belfast City Airport 'no stop zones' row as one man fined £100 after friend forgot his bag
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1:18:23Nolan also talks to listeners and hears about their experiences at airport.By BBC Radio Ulster
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RTÉ calls for a discussion around whether Israel should be included or not in Eurovision due to ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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23:16Should Ireland boycott Eurovision because of the inclusion of Israel? We discuss.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Row continues over how trans issues will be treated in Northern Ireland following Supreme Court ruling on definition of a woman
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1:22:13Also - the camogie controversy over players being told to change from shorts to skorts.By BBC Radio Ulster
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How can Pope Leo Rejuvenate The Catholic Church?
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55:22Special episode from Rome on the election of Pope Leo XIV.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Yes, they’re back! Da and Uncle Andy host the multi award-winning topical sketch show that takes the week’s news and it gives it the unique Hole in the Wall Gang treatment. Featuring up to the minute political satire, silly jokes, impressions of the great and the not so good, character comedy and the occasional song, A Perforated Ulster is the perf…
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Crème Caramel with orange, date and sherry Crème Caramel 500ml whole milk225g castor sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla paste 4 eggs + 1 yolk Take 4 x approximately 200ml ramekins or 4 metal pudding bowls and place on a folded towel or blue cloth in a roasting tin. Set the oven to 130oc.Heat 100g of the sugar in a pan and cook until a golden amber colour. Di…
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The story of two journalists who investigated an unsolved mass murder in Northern Ireland.Six men were shot dead by Loyalist paramilitaries in the Height’s Bar, Loughinisland on the 18th June 1994. No-one has ever been charged or convicted. Episode 8 – Who Watches the Watchmen As the dust settles on a historic judgement by the Investigatory Powers …
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The story of two journalists who investigated an unsolved mass murder in Northern Ireland.Six men were shot dead by Loyalist paramilitaries in the Height’s Bar, Loughinisland on the 18th June 1994. No-one has ever been charged or convicted. Episode 7 – Full Disclosure Barry and Trevor prepare for a rare public hearing of the Investigatory Powers Tr…
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Dominic West, Nigel Slater and Fergus Garrett kick off show season and a birthday bloom for Gardeners’ Corner
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56:28At the Festival of Gardens and Nature in County Laois, David Maxwell chats to actor Dominic West, food writer and broadcaster Nigel Slater and world renowned head gardener at Great Dixter, Fergus Garrett. Ahead of the 40th birthday of Gardeners’ Corner, a new daffodil is named for the programme. Internationally recognised breeder, Brian Duncan join…
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Highlights from Talkback. Chris Buckler and guests discuss the news headlines.By BBC Radio Ulster
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How important is it to look after our oceans?
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7:13John Campbell is joined by science journalist and author Dr. Olive Heffernan.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Local universities say they urgently need £1,000 a year more in tuition fees. Is it fair for students to foot the bill?
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1:18:57Also - Pope Leo XIV is the first North American Pope – what can we expect?By BBC Radio Ulster
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80th anniversary of VE day - one of the UK's oldest veterans speaks to the Nolan Show
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1:18:32Listeners also tell Stephen of their memories of World War IIBy BBC Radio Ulster
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