Martin Banks
Previously, he had worked for many years in regional journalism in the UK and freelanced for national titles.
He has a keen interest in foreign affairs and has closely followed the workings of the European Parliament and MEPs in particular for some years.
EU parliament should reconvene to discuss Ceuta crisis, say some MEPs
Some MEPs have formally requested that the European Parliament be convened on an “exceptional basis” for an urgent…
Berlin exhibition spotlights the “persistence of eugenic ideologies”
European artists from Sweden, Hungary and Slovakia are set to exhibit their work at a new exhibition in…
Ski-ing in the summer? Why not
It is the height of summer….. so what better time for a spot of skiing? Of course, we…
Leading airline doing its bit to develop the next generation of aviation talent
Emirates Engineering has launched Material Futures Studio, a six-week programme that challenges university students to reimagine retired aircraft materials…
A significant “milestone” for Belgian animal park
A Belgium conservation centre has chalked up a world first. With the birth of two Lear’s macaws, Pairi…
ECR says Ceuta crisis is “direct result of years of weakness”
Some MEPs say the renewed migration crisis in Ceuta “once again demonstrates the consequences of migration policies that…
Europe’s energy supply “must become more independent,” says EESC
The body representing civil society at EU level has called for a “comprehensive storage strategy.” The demand comes…
EU moves to close a legal gap in the fight against online abuse
New action has been taken by the EU to help protect children from online abuse. This comes after…
EU moves to close a legal gap in the fight against online abuse
New action has been taken by the EU to help protect children from online abuse. This comes after…
EU message to Ukraine: “We stand with you for as long as it takes”
Modern wars are won “not only by military strength but by drones and cutting-edge technologies.” So says Andrius…
Britain’s leadership crisis is a symptom, not the disease
Andy Burnham’s rise to Downing Street No. 10 may buy the Labour Party time. But Britain’s political crisis…
French-born chef making waves in Maldives
Michel Muffat is the French-born Executive Chef at Niva Kuramathi, a resort island the Maldives. The archipelago attracts…
Burnham as PM? “Wait and see”
Britain gets yet another PM on Monday when Andy Burnham will enter 10 Downing Street on the back…
New ruling questions “proportionality” of Albanian mayor’s detention
The mayor of Albania’s capital city says that his continued detention is “unconstitutional.” Erion Veliaj has been held…
Starmer’s problem? “He is not a politician”
Andy Burnham is due to be named leader of the Labour Party on Friday, before he becomes prime…