Provocative weekly debate on moral, religious and ethical issues. From BBC Radio Ulster
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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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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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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 teams assume nothing as they examine events through fresh eyes.
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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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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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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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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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Award-winning composer Chipzel unlocks the past, present and future of UK gaming and technology.
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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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A podcast celebrating the people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique, presented by Anne Marie McAleese.
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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: nolan@bbc.co.uk Stephen direct: stephen.nolan@bbc.co.uk 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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It's a bank holiday weekend and some families are thinking about returning to work and children going back to school. Anna Curran talks to Julieann about returning to work after the loss of her baby. In the studio Laura Dowie explains how flexible working practices can help support women back into the workplace after time away. We hear from a compa…
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Chilled rice pudding with whiskey peach compote
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Chilled rice pudding with whiskey peach compote 200g pudding rice 400ml double cream 100ml whole milk 150ml Greek style yoghurt 1 teaspoon vanilla paste 100g castor sugar Place the rice, 300ml of the milk and sugar in a pan and cook, stirring frequently until rice is soft – about 25 minutes.Turn into a bowl and cover the surface with cling to preve…
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Irish language policy for Belfast goes to public consultation - Nolan sets out the proposals
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Stephen also talks about turning 51By BBC Radio Ulster
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Mark Carruthers chats to Sinn Féin's Máirtín Ó Muilleoir about his political influences & inspirations.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Nolan reveals explosive letter in which Dept of Justice publicly rebukes Chief Constable - copied to PM
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UUP’s Doug Beattie describes the DoJ letter to Chief Constable as “deplorable”By BBC Radio Ulster
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Is the Ulster Unionist Party in disarray amid claims and counter-claims that Doug Beattie was ousted by party officers?
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William and guests discuss the future of the Ulster Unionist Party.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Multiple UUP sources speak to Nolan with blow by blow accounts of the ousting of party leader
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Multiple sources have given blow by blow accounts of how the Ulster Unionist party ousted their leader Doug Beattie. The inside story- on Nolan.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Mental health ramifications for police officers past and present - what support is there?
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Mental health ramifications for police officers past and present - what support is there? Also, Stephen celebrates his birthday with some of your calls.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Police officers under criminal investigation over Armagh All-Ireland celebrations
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Police officers under criminal investigation over Armagh All-Ireland celebrations and we follow the breaking story as Doug Beattie announces his resignation as leader of the Ulster Unionist Party in an explosive day.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Falling birth rates and a growth driven economy - do we need even more migrants?
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Is immigration good for the economies of these islands?The hundreds of thousands of people from other countries who come to these parts every year are given work visas by the Government at Westminster, or are free to travel and work thanks to the EU.Do they compete with the native population for work, or do they lead to more jobs being created? Wha…
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Grilled Chicken, Harissa and Carrot Quinoa Salad
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Harissa 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 shallots, chopped 1 tablespoon cooking oilZest and juice 1 orange 50ml sherry vinegar Pinch cinnamon1 teaspoon ground coriander seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 50ml good olive oil or good local rapeseed oil Cook the chillis, garlic and shallot in the cooking…
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Cancer survivors struggling to access financial services
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Anna Curran hears from Michelle. She survived cancer - twice - and is 10 years clear, but she pays over the odds to get insurance and can't get a mortgage offer. Some countries are introducing legislation to eliminate discrimination. Following up on last week's student special, we look at student accommodation and the dos and don'ts of deposit prot…
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We’re talking about your summer reading picks. Have you discovered a great new book or rediscovered a classic?
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William and guests discuss their summer reads.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Should NI follow other parts of the UK and means test Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners?
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Stephen also talks about his new white jacket with listenersBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Mark Carruthers chats to Edwin Poots about his political influences & inspirations. This conversation was recorded before the recent trouble in south Belfast.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Nerves and excitement for students on results day
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Plus, National Museums NI says it can play a role in the "interpretation of the maze".By BBC Radio Ulster
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Should Keir Staermer's new government change the UK's policy and give immediate recognition to Palestine as a sovereign state?
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William and guests discuss if the UK should act now to recognise the State of PalestineBy BBC Radio Ulster
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No long-term plan agreed for Northern Ireland by Executive – how will we know what Stormont will deliver and when?
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Stephen also talks about housebuilding in NI hitting a 60-year low.By BBC Radio Ulster
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The arrival of a beard-wearing Prince William at the Olympics has inevitably riased a few eyebrows. But why?
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William and guests discuss the perceptions of facial hair.By BBC Radio Ulster
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A mental health crisis in the PSNI - Nolan reveals 357 officers off sick due to mental health
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Stephen also speaks to members of Sandy Row Boxing Club who are facing having to moveBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Is the loss of a pet comparable with the death of a family member? Is it ok to grieve the passing of a pet?
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William and guests discuss the issues around grieving for four-legged friends.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Children as young as 7 involved in attacks on police with petrol bombs
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The Chief Constable has vowed to "relentlessly pursue " those behind the trouble.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Ten years ago Martina Purdy left the BBC to become a nun. She talks about having a great job and all the good things in life at that time but gradually feeling "choked" by the weight of her possessions. There's been many a twist and turn in the decade since and things haven't always gone to plan for her but does she still believe it was it the righ…
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Ahead of results day, Anna Curran is asking what students might need to consider. What to do if results are disappointing? Or better than expected? Maybe you're having second thoughts about a course you signed up for? And what about the alternatives to college or university? Maybe you're worrying about caring responsibilities with studying? Some pe…
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Caramelized cherries 250g cherries, stoned and halved 75g castor sugar 125ml boiling water 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract Cook the sugar in a non stick pan until it forms an amber liquid. Carefully add the water as it will spit and cook until thick and syrupy. Add the cherries and vanilla and toss for a couple of minutes to glaze. Chocolate gr…
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Rabbit Proof Plants, June Blake on using red in the garden and National Allotment Week
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This week Gardeners’ Corner is seeing red at June Blake’s garden in County Wicklow. She’s filled a border with Monarda, Crocosmia and Alstroemeria in this most alarming hue. June tells David Maxwell about her preference for planting large numbers of the same varieties and why Verbascum’s are her top choice when it comes to rabbit and slug proof pla…
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William Crawley and guests chat about the ongoing unrest and trouble in Belfast.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Jon Boutcher’s stark warning to politicians that PSNI underfunding has led to ‘decay’ of the force
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Stephen also talks to a teenager about the fear he feels living in Belfast as a minorityBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Law Society of NI removes names of solicitors giving immigration advice from website
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Stephen also speaks to Dr Raied Al - Wazzan a member of the Islamic Centre BelfastBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Business owners targeted in race-related hate crimes and hate incidents speak out
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Plus healthcare staff leaving Northern Ireland because of racist intimidationBy BBC Radio Ulster
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What's the impact of immigration on housing in Northern Ireland?
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William discusses: availability of affordable housing, waiting lists & the points system.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Blatant racist challenged by Nolan following Belfast disorder
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Blatant racist challenged by Nolan following Belfast disorder. Stephen also speaks to the Chair of the Police Federation Liam KellyBy BBC Radio Ulster
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A weekend of protests and violence: Bashir from Syria describes events which led to the destruction of his business
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William and panel discuss the fall-out from the anti-immigrant protests in BelfastBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Fear and mayhem on the streets as businesses attacked and burnt out by racist thugs
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Stephen also talks to Olympic gold medallist Rhys McClenaghanBy BBC Radio Ulster
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Did you enjoy the Olympics opening ceremony? The four hour extravaganza was remarkable in its ambition and execution- and delighted billions around the world who tuned in But one group wasn't terribly happy with one part of it. Christians were apparently outraged by a scene that evoked Leonardo daVinci's The Last Supper painting, with drag queens, …
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From pensions to pinafores, On Your Behalf has advice on everything from planning for your retirement to access to help with uniforms, transport, school meals and childcare for the new school year. Janine Maher from the Money and Pension Service and Chris Briggs from Employers for Childcare. Anna Curran visits a charity in the North West helping pa…
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Grilled Brined Pork Chop with Barbecue Sauce, Corn and New Potato Salad
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Brined pork chops 4 x 200g pork chops 500ml water 20g seasalt 1 teaspoon mustard seeds25g light brown sugar Few sprigs thyme or rosemary1 clove garlic, smashed Place water, salt , mustard seeds, sugar, rosemary and garlic in a pan and simmer until sugar and salt have dissolved. Cool completely. Place pork chops in a container and cover with brine. …
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How to have the perfect lawn, using farm troughs in the garden and Jimi Blake’s summer borders
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You don’t have to call yourself a gardener to want to have a perfect lawn and this week, David Maxwell has been finding out how to achieve the perfect sward from the experts at the Greenmount campus of the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise. In county Wicklow, a visit to Jimi Blake at his Hunting Brook Gardens provides inspiration fo…
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Stormont Executive has abandoned the PSNI over funding - Chief Constable Jon Boutcher
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Stormont Executive has abandoned the PSNI over funding - Chief Constable Jon Boutcher is on for an explosive interview.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Mark Carruthers chats to SDLP MP Claire Hanna about her political influences & inspirations.By BBC Radio Ulster
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PSNI All Ireland celebration - should police be able to celebrate with the community? Or is impartiality more important?
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PSNI All Ireland celebration - should police be able to celebrate with the community? Or is impartiality more important?By BBC Radio Ulster
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Pride at a historic night for Northern Irish Olympians
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Until Tuesday, only three people from Northern Ireland had ever won gold.By BBC Radio Ulster
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The Chancellor makes announcements on pay deals & changes to winter fuel allowance – how will it impact NI?
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The Chancellor makes announcements on pay deals & changes to winter fuel allowance – how will it impact NI? Also, Bob Ballard, the veteran Olympics commentator, loses his job after alleged 'sexist remark.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Jubilation for Armagh fans as the men’s senior football side triumph in All-Ireland final
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Armagh win the All Ireland football final for the first time in 22 years. It couldn't have been any tighter after they beat Galway by one point. It's only the second time in their history that they have won the Sam Maguire. But not everyone is happy, some unionists have criticised the police for appearing to take part in celebrations following Arma…
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Prawns with Fennel, Chilli and Garlic Butter, Herb Rice Salad
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Herb rice salad 200g basmati rice, boiled for 10 minutes in salted water, drained and cooled4 scallions, finely chopped Zest from 1 lime Chopped soft herbs like mint, coriander, parsley and chives2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 50ml olive oil or good local rapeseed oilSalt and pepper to taste Mix the scallions, lime zest, herbs, vinegar and oil in…
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Benefits expert Rachael Jeffers has the latest on the child benefit rules, universal credit and other claims you may be entitled to make. Solicitor John O’Prey talks future planning on everything from care home and wills to probate. He also has advice on ‘sadmin’, how to navigate the paperwork with banks and utilitites when a loved one dies. Alexa …
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Where are the bees this summer? Must have, no fuss, long flowering performers and making gardening child’s play
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With many people reporting low bee numbers in gardens this summer, presenter David Maxwell chats to wildlife expert Katie Bell about possible reasons. At Kilcoan Gardens in Islandmagee Cherry Townsend reveals her favourite no fuss, long flowering perennials. How a community in Dromore, County Down is determined to change the market town for the bet…
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Dispute over proposed new site for Irish language school in east Belfast
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Irish language school in East Belfast prompts debate, Just Stop Oil activists handed sentences for non violent protests and All-Ireland fever grips Armagh.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Garlic pork pintxos 8 wooden skewers 600g trimmed pork fillet cut into thin slices 2 teaspoons honey 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons oilSalt Mix the honey, vinegar, garlic and oil in a bowl. Mix the pork into the marinade and then thread onto the skewers. Place on a hot barbecue or grill pan and season with salt. C…
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Kylemore Abbey: Connemara’s answer to Kew Gardens and Growing 1000 edible plants
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Kylemore Abbey in County Galway is an iconic image of Ireland. Built originally as a private home in the 19th century, it later became a Benedictine monastery, and today it attracts half a million visitors annually. Alongside the impressive granite castle sits a six acre Victorian walled garden which was once considered the ‘Kew Gardens’ of Connema…
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