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.
Fancy listening to some great church organ music this summer?
If so, every Tuesday evening at 8pm, from July 29 to August 26, the “Ars in Cathedrali” Festival will…
“Not much progress” on combating anti-Roma attacks – report
The Roma Foundation for Europe has condemned what it claims is a “sharp rise” in racist attacks and…
Most Americans see “benefit” of NATO, says poll
As world leaders gather for a crunch NATO summit, new polling says that nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults…
“Business as usual” despite political turmoil
Emirates’ says it is “business as usual” despite the turmoil in the Middle East. The Dubai based airline…
MEPs set to join Budapest protest against Orban government
MEPs say they will take part in the Budapest Pride event in Budapest on 28 June as a…
Crackdown on child abuse welcomed by MEPs
A senior MEP says he supports child protection but defends national legal sovereignty and harsher penalties against child…
Celebrating the skill, passion, and creativity of mixologists
Bartenders from across Belgium – and around the world – gathered at the weekend in Anderlecht, Brussels for…
Ageing of Europe’s population threatens “stability” for a “neglectful” Europe
People may be living longer throughout Europe but that is creating “massive unfairness.” That is one of the…
“Listen to the ocean before it falls silent” – message of new initiative on biodiversity
A major hospitality group is calling on the chefs of its 580 properties,including several in Benelux, to remove…
Thousands set to converge on EU parliament for youth event
An estimated 8,500 16 to 30-year-olds from all over the world will this week take part in a…
Mixed reaction to EU’s oceans plans
The European Commission has unveiled its European Ocean Pact but the package has met with a mixed response.…
Concerns voiced over passenger rights
MEPs have voiced concern about air passenger rights amid fresh talks on the issue by transport Ministers of…
Praising Belgium’s “constantly evolving national wine sector”
Belgian viticulture continues to grow. That was the keynote message to emerge from a major wine awards and…
Mayors are “symbols of unity” – CoR conference told
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) has held its first meetings with local and regional politicians from…
Poland elects a new President
Some MEPs have welcomed the election of Karol Nawrocki as President of Poland. Nawrocki, the populist-right opposition candidate…