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.
MEP calls for major increase in CAP funding
A senior MEP has unveiled a “major” new position paper outlining his vision for the future of European…
Leading airline records record profits
The Emirates Group has released its 2024-5 annual report, showing record profits for the year. What it calls…
EU joins in support for new Pope
EU figures and MEPs have congratulated the new Pope, Leo XIV, on his election. He is the first American…
Hunger-Striking medics push EU on Gaza Blockade
A delegation of doctors, surgeons, paramedics and activists have told of the “horrors” they experienced working in Gaza. They…
Cohesion and agriculture among key elements of next EU budget
MEPs say the next long-term EU budget must be better aligned with the Union’s new priorities of competitiveness…
New study on environmental compliance
The quality of the maps used to assess deforestation has been assessed for the first time. It also…
Defence soars up agenda for EU and MEPs
MEPs will next week vote on the report for the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP). The aim is that the EDIP lays…
UK defence outlook must change, says expert
A top defence expert says the UK has "neither the financial nor the political and diplomatic clout it…
MEPs call for more support for “Three Seas Region”
MEPs have demanded dedicated EU funding to strengthen infrastructure, connectivity and resilience across the Three Seas region. This…
“Landmark” deal agreed on global shipping
The European Commission has welcomed a “landmark” deal which aims to cut maritime pollution. The agreement, with the…
Top hospitality brand leading the way for an trouble-torn industry
The head of a leading hospitality brand says the industry still faces “difficulties” after the coronavirus pandemic, but…
Spring events bloom at Tour & Taxis Brussels
Spring is in the air, and you can feel it in every corner of Tour & Taxis, the…
Concert in Brussels aims to hit the right note
Do you like Baroque music? If so, an upcoming event in Brussels may hit the right note with…
Top festival Kunstenfestivaldesarts returns for another year
From 9 to 31 May, the 30th edition of Kunstenfestivaldesarts will celebrate contemporary artistic creation through theatre, dance,…
MEPs attack sweeping U.S tariffs on EU
Senior MEPs have attacked President Trump’s 20 percent tariffs on goods from the EU entering the U.S. The…