Martin Banks

Martin Banks is an experienced British-born journalist who has been covering the EU beat (and much else besides) in Brussels since 2001.
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.
717 Articles

“Digital-Driven Healthcare Transformation: A New Chapter of Holistic Care in Taiwan”

As the world confronts the challenges of population aging and healthcare workforce shortages, digital transformation in healthcare is…

Brussels rivals have one goal: to finish as city’s top dogs

It is one of the biggest rivalries in Belgian football and Brussels’ two football clubs are all set…

Airline boss voices optimism despite aviation gloom over Middle East conflict

The head of a major airline has called for a “clear resolution” to hostilities in the Middle East.…

Pressure builds on EU over planned shake-up in tobacco legislation

A coalition of over 25 world-renowned scientists and public health researchers have said that a proposed revision of…

Roma campaigners welcome “new commitment” to inclusion

Western Balkan governments and Germany have committed to a work plan for those classed as “vulnerable” groups, such…

Roma campaigners welcome “new commitment” to inclusion

Western Balkan governments and Germany have committed to a work plan for those classed as “vulnerable” groups, such…

Detained Mayor steps up campaign to be released from “pre-trial detention”

The Mayor of Tirana has warned he will take his case against his continued detention to the European…

Commission urges Member States to rollout EU age verification app

The EU has moved to protect children from harmful and inappropriate online content. On Wednesday, the EU Commission…

EU aid for displaced Belgian workers

Workers laid off after the bankruptcy of Liberty Steel Belgium are set to receive €2m in EU aid.…

Warm tributes have been paid to a much-loved former Brussels-based journalist who has died at the age of 55.

Karen Carstens (pictured) tragically died in a fire at her home in the United States after she went…

Conference in EU parliament demands “greater role” for Roma community

Democratic resilience must extend to the communities where democratic systems are most tested. This means ensuring the full…

Greens issue list of demands for “EU change”

MEPs have issued “five essential points" for EU reform following the Hungarian election results. They say the EU needs…

Airline flying the flag for inclusive air travel for all

A major airline is doing its bit to help people with special needs cope with the often frantic…

Cyprus – a possible dealmaker in EU tobacco tax deadlock?

A long-stalled debate over the European Union’s Tobacco Excise Directive (TED) may finally be moving toward resolution, thanks…

Is Britain considering a return to the EU?

No one should be surprised by the growing number of voices calling for Britain to return to the…

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