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.
129 Media Professionals killed globally in 2023: IFJ report reveals
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Last year marked a deadly period for Journalists globally, with 129 media professionals…
China sees Hungary as a “key ally”, says top expert
Budapest (Brussels Morning) - Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's visit to Hungary strengthens their strategic partnership, positioning Hungary as…
Real Madrid and Dortmund Face Off in World’s Richest Football Match
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Real Madrid faces Dortmund in the Champions League final, while Southampton and Leeds…
Journalism award will champion “truth and justice”
The Prize rewards on a yearly basis outstanding journalism that promotes or defends the core principles and values…
New poll says “anti-European” parties are split
This view is shared by Portugal’s Chega (42% supporting) and Spain’s Vox (35% supporting). However, elsewhere, 88% of…
Just like looking for “Nessie”
Belgium (Brussel Morning Newspaper), The continued lack of involvement by Taiwan in the United Nations and other international…
Class of 2025: Programme seeks Europe’s next generation of young leaders
The European Young Leaders (EYL40) program seeks to honor younger people who are striving to make an impact in…
People asked to join protests against the war in Ukraine
The “Promote Ukraine” NGO is calling on “all supporters of democracy and peace” to join two “pivotal” demonstrations…
EU chief pledges renewed support for Ukraine
Presidents Zelenskyy and Metsola spoke to the press after their meeting. President Metsola said,“The European Parliament will help…
Concerns voiced over road safety
Meanwhile in Germany, more than 1000 cities are calling for the right to set local speed limits, a…
MEPs call on EU “to deal with Russia’s interference”
Following what it calls “several recent revelations of Kremlin-backed attempts to interfere with and undermine European democratic processes,”…
New trade deal comes into force
Under the deal, which comes into effect from 1 May, EU businesses, producers and farmers are now able…
New website launched to help boost voter turnout in EU elections
Action for Democracy (A4D), a nonpartisan organization, says the website, eu2024.info, serves as a “comprehensive resource offering tailored voting…
Putting key EU environment policy into practice – that’s this Brussels eatery
But in order to enable and accelerate this transition to a fair, healthy, and environmentally-friendly food system it…
Expert sounds warning on the impact of social media on radicalization
Gülden Hennemann, an expert on radicalization, extremism, and prevention, said there had been a "complete shift" in the…