Listen! With Frank Mitchell

'If you look at it in isolation you think to yourself, how inhumane, but we all get it, we know the reason why' - Paul Clark told Frank about how current restrictions affected his father's funeral Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What kind of meals can we make using store-cupboard ingredients and how can they help boost not only our immunity, but our mood? We spoke to nutritionist Sal Hanvey from Natural Health NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With so much conflicting information about coronavirus, we spoke to an expert, virologist Dr Connor Bamford, about where it came from, how it's spread and what to do if you think you may have been infected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derry's Brooke Scullion gave a 'knockout' performance on Saturday night as she reached The Voice UK semi final. She spoke to U105 about coping with fame, support from her family and her initiative 'together at home'  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As schools prepare to open 'as a last resort' for children of key workers and those with special educational needs, health correspondent Lisa Smyth talks about some of the plans education officials are considering to ensure health and safety of pupils and teachers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4820: 'People's actions today will have a direct effect on our hospital system, on our ICU beds and how our health system copes in two weeks time - Health Minister Robin Swann tells U105 it's 'despairing' to see people flouting social distancing advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'There is no need to panic buy, there is enough to go around' - Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon reassures shoppers after she takes strong steps to ensure supermarket shelves remain stocked and home heating supplies are uninterrupted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With families set to spend much more time in close proximity, how can we minimise friction and what is the likely impact on relationships? Frank heard from Relate NI CEO Duane Farrell  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What can or should government do to support people and businesses struggling as a result of coronavirus? Could a universal basic income help keep families afloat? Frank spoke to senior economist Dr Esmond Birnie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How will school closures affect teachers and children preparing for important exams? What guidance have schools been given? Frank spoke to principal Ciaran Mackin  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'If it is not urgent, you are diverting our time away from helping the most vulnerable' - a pharmacist urges people to show 'patience and kindness' to avoid much-needed services being swamped by non-essential requests Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health correspondent Lisa Smyth talks about new measures set to be introduced to reduce the impact and stress on GP surgeries and the risk of spreading infection Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Teaching unions have urged the First and Deputy First Minister to end uncertainty by setting a date for school closures. Frank spoke to Gerry Murphy, chair of the NI Teachers' Council Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frozen veg, nut butters and honey - what kinds of food should we be putting in our 'pandemic pantry' if we have to self-isolate? Frank spoke to nutritionist Sal Hanvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are UK motorist still paying too much for fuel? With tumbling oil prices, campaigner Howard Cox of Fair Fuel UK says consumers should be feeling the benefit at the pump  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bellaghy's own Brooke Scullion talks about wowing the judges on The Voice, working with mentor Meghan Trainor and what makes people in south Derry special Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'People need proper information'. Leaked details of a top-level meeting of health officials suggests NI's facing a 'rapid rise' in coronavirus cases a number of measures being considered to prevent panic buying. Frank heard from Irish News health correspondent Seanín Graham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With people over 70 facing the possibility of months of self-isolation, how can we support our older neighbours and loved ones? Frank spoke to Age NI Chief Executive Linda Robinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can changing the way you think have an impact on your physical health, including your immune system? Frank spoke to mind wellness expert Deirdre Maguire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cyber criminals are seeking to exploit fears over coronavirus by targeting web users seeking information. Cyber security expert Wayne Denner explains how to avoid getting caught out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'This isn't about money, this is about people' - Colin Neill, CEO of Hospitality Ulster urges the government to create a fund to ensure staff who are unable to work are protected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Be kind, buy responsibly' - Aodhan Connolly, head of the NI Retail Consortium urges people not to panic buys, and praised shop staff working round the clock to ensure shoppers can get what they need Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4802: LISTEN¦ People are stockpiling disinfectant, preparing to self-isolate and cancelling travel plans to avoid contracting coronavirus. What can you do to boost your immune system. Frank heard from nutritionist Sal Hanvey  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alliance have drawn voters away from the DUP and Sinn Fein in sizable numbers, according to a University of Liverpool study. Could they dislodge one of the two largest parties to become a dominant force in local politics? Frank heard the thoughts of Prof Peter Shirlow  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than half of NI drivers admit to using their phone behind the wheel. Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon says we need a culture and behaviour change and plans to introduce tougher penalties. Frank also spoke to road safety expert Terence Malcolm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.