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31 GEN 2026 · A son of the convicted double murderer Colin Howell has spoken to UTV, describing how his life fell apart when he found out that his father had killed his mother Lesley, and his then lover Hazel Stewart’s husband, Trevor Buchanan - and that he had staged it to look like a suicide pact.
The truth was only revealed... almost 20 years later - after Colin Howell’s confession in 2009, implicating Hazel Stewart. She was also found guilty of the murders.
Watch the new ITV Documentary https://www.itv.com/watch/killer-in-the-house/10a5336.
30 GEN 2026 · This week at Stormont saw a tale of two ministers under pressure, but for very different reasons.
First up, Finance Minister John O'Dowd halted a proposed revaluation of business rates in Northern Ireland.
Meanwhile, the Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has faced an urgent question in the Assembly chamber, and a prickly meeting of his department's scrutiny committee.
The UUP leadership process reaches its climax this weekend, when Jon Burrows, a former senior PSNI officer, will be ratified as leader following a party meeting on Saturday.
In this episode, Tracey, Vicki, and Jordan discuss two ministers under pressure for very different reasons, and the coronation of the next UUP Leader.
27 GEN 2026 · The removal of the conditional immunity clause in the Legacy Act will end the pause on prosecutions for Troubles-era crimes. We'll hear from Veterans' Commissioner David Johnstone.
As the PSNI launches a recruitment drive, aimed at encouraging more Catholics into the force, we ask why are the police still struggling? Joining me to discuss the issue are Dr Jonny Byrne and Allison Morris.
Liz Kimmins says the changes to driver licencing rules, are the biggest reform we've ever seen; but what will it mean for young people hoping to get on the road? We have an interview with the Infrastructure Minister.
Protests have erupted in the United States after two US citizens were killed within weeks of each other in Minneapolis by federal ICE agents. I'm joined by Greg Swenson, the chair of Republicans Overseas UK, and by Professor Larry Donnelly from the University of Galway.
Our commentators are the editor of the News Letter Ben Lowry and political correspondent of the Irish News John Manley.
22 GEN 2026 · Emma Metcalfe has spent years recovering from alcoholism but now runs her own charity to help others living with addiction.
You can watch this episode and catch up with the rest of the series on https://www.itv.com/watch/news/going-the-extra-mile-mums-campaign-to-ban-social-media-for-teens-after-daughters-suicide/wtwd63z
20 GEN 2026 · Jon Burrows is on course to be crowned as the new leader of the Ulster Unionist Party. In his first extended interview we hear what his plans for the party will be and his views on unionist unity.
An increasing number of people sleeping rough on our streets, is there a solution to deal with the issue of homelessness? We have a special report, and we'll hear from the Chief Executive of the Housing Executive, Grainia Long.
Treachery and defections at Westminster -and an increasingly unpredictable US President - we're joined by ITV News Political Correspondent, Carl Dinnen to discuss the latest in national and international affairs.
Our commentators are Suzanne Breen, and Professor Jon Tonge.
16 GEN 2026 · This week saw a new term begin at Stormont, but old problems remained for our politicians to grapple with.
Monday began with a dispute over flags.
The start of a new year at Stormont was marked by a slew of party leaders taking questions from reporters.
The politicians were quizzed on their use of the social media platform 'X', amid growing condemnation of the platform's AI tool 'Grok' and its ability to generate non-consensual sexualised images.
Both of these issues were discussed against the backdrop of continued financial instability for Stormont departments.
This week also saw Jon Burrows move a step closer to becoming the next leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.
In this episode of UTV's fortnightly politics podcast 'UTV Talking Politics', UTV's Political Editor Tracey Magee and Political Correspondent Vicki Hawthorne discuss a new term at Stormont, with old problems for our politicians.
https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-16/new-term-old-problems-for-stormont
15 GEN 2026 · After her dad's diagnosis, journalist Fionnuala Sweeney voluntarily created a podcast with the Memory Clinic at Tallaght University Hospital to raise awareness and dispel the myth that dementia is a death sentence.
On the lastest episode of Going the Extra Mile, Fionnuala talks about destigmatising the diagnosis, showcasing the ever-growing range of treatments which are available and how we can proactively protect the health of our brain, as we can our heart or lungs.
https://www.itv.com/watch/news/going-the-extra-mile-looking-after-your-brain-health-to-beat-dementia/wwk1k98
14 GEN 2026 · A new year and a new row over a flag. This time it's over what flag to fly at the Commonwealth games. Tonight, it's been decided that the Ulster banner will be used. We have an extended interview with the Sports Minister, Gordon Lyons.
Social media has become something of a 'wild west' with the latest uproar caused by 'Grok' the AI tool which is being used to create fake sexualised images. Parties here agree more regulation is needed. The Technology Minister Liz Kendall is wasting no time. She's going to make creating so-called deepfakes illegal this week. But in a world where getting your message out there - how do our politicians navigate the digital world?
And as tensions around the world between US President Donald Trump and the EU ramp up over Greenland, we hear from ITV News International Editor Emma Murphy; Suzanne Lynch from Bloomberg; and Niall Stanage from The Hill. We'll also ask them about the growing disorder in Iran, and Venezuela.
Our commentators are Dr. Clare Rice, and Alex Kane.
8 GEN 2026 · A former PSNI detective has urged people to make themselves aware of the signs of coercive control as it could save lives.
James Brannigan worked on the Katie Simpson murder investigation. The young showjumper's death was initially treated as a suicide before concerns were raised and a murder investigation was launched.
Working with members of her family, he established The Katie Trust. It helps families who have unanswered questions or concerns after the death of a loved one is classified as a suicide, accident or disappearance.
On the latest episode of Going the Extra Mile, he speaks to Carol Jordan about his work and the response the charity has had.
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6 GEN 2026 · John O'Dowd has published his long-awaited multi-year draft budget. But he still needs the rest of the Executive to play ball. How difficult will that prove to be? We've been speaking at length to the Finance Minister and we'll be joined by representatives from some of the other parties.
Also here with their analysis of the announcement will be Ann Watt from Pivotal and the Economist Paul MacFlynn.
We'll also be hearing from Deirdre Heenan. Peter Shirlow, and David McCann on what they think 2026 may bring and who they believe might replace Mike Nesbitt as Ulster Unionist Leader.
The UTV Podcast brings you the very best from Northern Ireland's number one broadcaster as well as exclusive content which you can take with you wherever you are.
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