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 told: Keep the “flame” of enlargement alive
Decentralisation and the transition towards a greener, more sustainable economy were centre-stage at the Enlargement Day conference held…
Hungary back in the spotlight over freedom of speech
MEPs have attacked the “failure” of EU member states to take action against Hungary over its alleged curbs…
Famous London landmark celebrates its 25th anniversary
A quarter of a century ago it was a set of bland-looking government offices and a carpark. But…
Incoming Danish presidency of the EU issued with “wish list”
Denmark is set to take over the key rotating presidency of the EU and Europe’s business community has…
Report identifies areas for improvement in working conditions
Over 14 million EU citizens work and live in a Member State other than their own, new figures…
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.…