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

Also, dropping off at Belfast International Airport? From next Monday it will cost you £5

Don't panic buy home heating oil - says the Consumer Council

Nolan talks to UUP's Steve Aiken, PBP's Gerry Carroll - and travel expert Simon Calder.

Also Former Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde says 50 /50 recruitment ship has probably sailed

Also, Nolan talks MLA pay

Also, callers across NI tell Nolan about hearing a late night 'big bang'. What was it?

And, reaction to SF's call for 50:50 police recruitment to be re-introduced in the PSNI.

Also, weight loss jabs, puberty blockers trial & MLA pay

and is it time NI followed others in introducing minimum pricing on alcohol?

Belfast Telegraph Crime Correspondent Allison Morris and UUP's Doug Beattie give analysis

Commissioner for Older People for NI Siobhan Casey speaks with Nolan.

Also, disruption to Royal Mail deliveries.

Mystery over illegal sign in Newry continues.

& should people convicted of benefit fraud be named and shamed?

& Treasury gives Stormont £400m to ensure it can balance the books - but needs repaid.

And another person whose luggage was stolen while travelling talks to Nolan

& plans to redevelop Boucher Playing Fields into full time sporting use are put on hold

Also, BBC TV licence fee set to rise to £180 a year from April - is it worth the money?

Ex-senior police officer Alan Mains and political commentator Mick Fealty give analysis

& NIPSA union warn they will strike if proposed changes to education system are adopted

Commentators Newton Emerson and Emma De Souza give their analysis

Also, the ongoing problem of potholes damaging cars in NI - a motorist talks to Stephen.

Also, is the Department of Infrastructure doing enough to fix NI's pothole problem?

Also, should all schools in NI give girls the choice to wear trousers as uniform?

Also, NI pubs call on Finance minister for rates help & callers on Nolan's tinted hair.

& should new younger drivers face a limit to how many late night passengers they have?

Also, fears over impact higher business rates could have on pubs and hotels across NI.

And-ahead of the BBC final of the Traitors contestant Matthew talks about his experience

Also, Eve Rosato discusses paid leave for parents in NI whose baby arrives prematurely.

Also, is 'Brand Beckham' broken? Son Brooklyn hits out at famous parents on social media

Eve Rosato is back presenting this week. Also discussing unionist unity and Trump tariffs

Also, is it time for a sporting museum in Northern Ireland?

& new report suggests in event of united Ireland, a new broadcaster should be considered

& retired superbike rider Glenn Irwin reveals to Stephen Watson his return to the NW200.

Plus, pressure mounts on Grok - X's AI chatbot - as Justice Minister seeks law change.

Stephen Watson in the presenter's seat, also the Assembly's proposed multi-year budget.

Also, woman referred to urgent ENT waiting list 18 months ago has still no appointment

Also, elderly man left on floor with broken hip for nearly 14 hrs after ambulance call

Also, is it good news for GAA fans as extra £40m earmarked for Casement Park development?

Eve Rosato takes the reigns this week, also tackling cold weather support.

Also, Mike Nesbitt confirms he is to stand down as leader of the UUP - who'll take over?

Stephen speaks with guests about their favourite festive memories.