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 support to help tackle major fires in Belgium and Spain
The EU has moved to help with devastating wildfires in both Belgium and Spain. On Monday, the bloc…
Want to cook authentic Indian food? Here’s how to do it.
Cookery classes run by top chef Dev Biswal are going down a treat with his customers. The classes…
EU announces fresh aid to help those caught up in Myanmar crisis
The European Union is providing an additional €10.5 million in humanitarian aid for people affected by the conflict in Myanmar.…
EU announces fresh aid to help those caught up in Myanmar crisis
The European Union is providing an additional €10.5 million in humanitarian aid for people affected by the conflict in Myanmar.…
New EU geographical indications announced
The European Commission says it has approved the registration of three new Protected designation of origin. From Spain, the…
New law “infringes on Taiwan’s sovereignty” – event told
Failure by the international community to respond to perceived attacks on the sovereignty of other nations risks sending…
“Fundamental questions remain” in wake of Ceuta crisis, say MEPs
MEPs have called for action on "various levels" to prevent a repeat of events in Ceuta. This follows…
Secrets on making a success as a chef
Filippo La Vecchia is widely recognised as one of Brussels’ top Italian chefs. But his rise to the top…
New move “fills dangerous vacuum” on child safety
MEPs have welcomed moves to fill a “vacuum” that they say left children “unprotected.” Since previous rules expired,…
Belgian zoo offers safe haven for threatened bird species
A Belgian zoo is doing its bit to help save a bird species threatened with extinction. Once a…
Drones: playing an “ever more important role in Europe’s economy and security”
Drone technologies are evolving quickly and that future EU action should prioritise its ability to detect, prevent and…
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…
App offers chance to explore – and keep fit
A retired telecoms worker from Belgium is among those behind an innovative smartphone app that aims to keep…
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…