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Stormont Sources

Stormont Sources

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 Welcome inside politics in Northern Ireland. Listen to the podcast which brings you analysis, insight and experience from Stormont. Join journalist, David McCann, plus Tim Cairns, a former Special Advisor to Peter Robinson and Head of Policy for the DUP and Micheal McKernan, a former Special Advisor in the SDLP worked in the Executive from 2007-2016.

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Episodios
  • Irish Unity Cooperation and Budget Proposals... with Claire Hanna

    Irish Unity Cooperation and Budget Proposals... with Claire Hanna
    May 22 2025
    In this episode of the Stormont Sources podcast, David McCann, Tim Kearns, and Michael McKernan discuss various political topics affecting Northern Ireland, including reflections on past political leadership, the recent UK-EU reset, the DUP's cautious stance on new agreements, and the controversial topic of compulsory voting. The trio are also joined by Claire Hanna, the leader of the SDLP, who chats about the party's alternative budget proposal and critiques the current executive's handling of budgetary issues. She emphasises the need for more powers to be devolved to Northern Ireland and explores the potential of a Northern Ireland National Investment Bank. The discussion also touches on the importance of infrastructure projects and the need for a more ambitious economic policy.

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    58 m
  • Immigration, Anglo-Irish relations and Eurovision

    Immigration, Anglo-Irish relations and Eurovision
    May 15 2025
    In this episode of the Stormont Sources podcast, David McCann, Tim Cairns and Michael McKernan cover a number of topics. Firstly, they discuss the performance of the Labour government in Northern Ireland, focusing on Keir Starmer's recent policy announcements, particularly regarding immigration and Anglo-Irish relations. The conversation explores the implications of these policies for Northern Ireland's political landscape, the concerns surrounding immigration, and the perspectives of unionists on the Labour government's approach. They also reflect on your questions from last week before looking into Labour's legacy in Northern Ireland and the current dynamics under Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. Finally, the chat turns to the Eurovision Song Contest, exploring its political implications and the controversies surrounding participants like Israel. The speakers reflect on the intersection of music, national identity, and politics, emphasising the need for Eurovision to remain a celebration of diversity and unity despite its political undertones.

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    44 m
  • Q&A Special

    Q&A Special
    May 8 2025
    In this episode of the Stormont Sources podcast, David, Tim and Michael take your questions! They look into the complexities of Northern Ireland's political landscape, focusing on the role of opposition in Stormont, the media's reaction to political controversies, and the economic challenges facing the region. They discuss Tim's recent viral moment on social media, highlighting issues surrounding a lack of nuance in political debate. The conversation also touches on the need for reform in the structure of opposition to the government, emphasising the importance of resources and support for a functioning democracy. Finally, they explore the economic realities of Northern Ireland, including its reliance on Westminster funding and the necessity for a more sustainable economic model. The hosts also consider the concept of an independent Northern Ireland, and the roles of the Irish presidency and the British monarchy.

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    56 m
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