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 announces new aid to combat wildfires
The EU says it has put together teams of firefighters and aircraft to help European countries affected by…
Brussels Backs 50% Tariff Hike on Russian, Belarusian Agricultural Imports
MEPs in Brussels have backed increased tariffs on fertilisers and certain Russian and Belarusian agricultural goods. The move,…
EU-wide journalism award launched
The fifth edition of the Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism has been launched. It is run by…
EU accused of “not being effective” in supporting pension schemes
The EU has not been effective in supporting the development of supplementary pensions, which complement state pensions and…
MCC Brussels defends ‘Women and Conservatism’ debate amid campaign to silence dissent
Organisers of a debate on “women and conservatism” say that apparent attempts to “shut it down” failed and…
Christophe Bigot appointed to play key role in Middle East peace process
Christophe Bigot has been appointed as new EU Special Representative (EUSR) for the Middle East Peace Process. Bigot’s mandate,…
Volvo’s Belgian Plant Shows Power of EU-China Cooperation
The Chinese ambassador to Belgium says that the “success” of a huge car plant in Flanders is a…
New chapter” opens in UK-EU relations
An EU leader says that despite Brexit there is “great potential” in what the 27-strong bloc and UK…
Former Minister welcomes revival of youth mobility
UK PM Sir Keir Starmer, speaking ahead of a summit in London between the two sides on Monday,…
Belgian SME commended on its 30th anniversary
The Mayor of Waterloo in Belgium has praised a local SME for helping to boost the local economy.…
EU grants €120M aid to Latin America, Caribbean
The European Commission says it will provide €120 million in new humanitarian aid to several Latin American and…
MEPs back new measures against Russia
The EU parliament’s International Trade Committee has approved a 50% increase in tariffs on certain Russian and Belarusian…
New man at the top of Brewers of Europe
The Brewers of Europe’s General Assembly has elected as its new President, Christian Weber, CEO of the Karlsberg…
EU Urged to Regulate Short-Term Rentals Amid Housing Crisis
A new study calls for regulation the short term rental sector across the EU but “in a balanced…
Brussels Cathedral Hosts Bach Organ Concerts by Young Belgian Artists
For the second consecutive year, the association Ars in Cathedrali is offering a series of four organ concerts…