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.
Europe told: You cannot strengthen competitiveness without addressing skills shortages
The EU and its member states have been urged to address the skills shortage across Europe. The demand…
Elections in Serbia and Bulgaria come under the spotlight
A European Parliament delegation observed Serbia’s parliamentary elections this weekend (Sunday, 25 October) as part of the international…
Christmas and chocolates… a cracking combo for Centho
One of Belgium’s top chocolatiers is celebrating a “triple whammy.” Centho, a family business based in Flanders, has…
New research reveals “striking challenges” facing “Brexit couples”
Post-Brexit changes to EU citizens’ rights have had a detrimental impact on the mental health of those involved…
Remembrance Day services in Heverlee and Namur
Two special services take place in Belgium next month in honour of those who gave their lives in…
New research details “striking challenges” facing “Brexit couples”
Post-Brexit changes to EU citizens’ rights have had a detrimental impact on the mental health of those involved…
MEPs says Houthi attacks are “flagrant violations of international law”
MEPs have “strongly condemned” the “unprecedented” missile and drone attacks by the Houthis against Saudi Arabia, and their…
Belgian park helping to preserve the rainforest
It may be thousands of kilometres away but a Belgian animal park is doing its bit to protect…
Airline showcases latest state-of-the-art facilities
Emirates has officially unveiled its interactive stand at the 8th edition of AccessAbilities Expo - the region’s leading…
CPMR voices concerns over EU’s long-term budget
The body representing Europe’s peripheral regions has voiced some concerns at draft plans for the EU’s long term…
War of words over EU’s possible health plans
The EU has strongly hit back at claims that efforts to tackle cancer in Europe is “in jeopardy”…
MEPs face packed programme in Strasbourg plenary
A packed programme for MEPs in Strasbourg has been opened by European Parliament president Roberta Metsola. The centre…
Belgian roots … New York soul – that’s Manhattn’s
Taking a bite of the “Big Apple” has never been more appetising than at Manhattn’s. For the uninitiated,…
Major Brussels forum to debate future of tourism
Cyber security and digitalisation of the tourism sector will come firmly under the spotlight at a major industry…
New domestic workers’ cooperative aims defend rights and improve working conditions
Price hikes, reforms, protests, market consolidation—Belgium’s “titres-services” (subsidized domestic service voucher) system has never been the subject of…