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.
Pressure Mounts on West to Sanction Russia’s Titanium Industry
As Ukraine war grinds on, critics say exemption weakens economic campaign against Moscow. Policymakers in Washington, Brussels and…
Latest attacks on Ukraine condemned by the Greens
The European Green Party has called for the European Union to respond urgently to the ongoing Russian attacks…
Tales of a former gambling addict
According to the latest Public Health England report on gambling, 0.5% of the population (approximately 246,000 people) are problem…
EU proposes tariff cuts to implement trade deal with US
The European Commission has put forward two proposals paving the way for the implementation of the EU-US Joint…
Nobel Laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk Urges Prisoner Release Before Ukraine Peace Talks
Freeing all the “unlawfully detained” in the Ukraine war “should be an absolute priority." That is the view…
EU launches public consultation on air travel
The EU is taking steps to update air service rules. The European Commission is inviting citizens, travellers, and…
Europe backs Ukraine ahead of crucial summit
EU leaders have thrown their weight once again behind embattled Ukraine. A strongly worded statement issued on Sunday…
War of words erupts over Israel plan for “concluding the war”
Socialist MEPs claim that expanding Israel’s military campaign in Gaza will “endanger the lives of Israeli hostages.” They…
Green and Digital Transitions Demand EU Focus on Skills and Lifelong Learning
Skills, education and lifelong learning will be vital in navigating the EU’s green and digital transitions.That was the…
New move to tackle child abuse at EU level
The EU has taken a fresh step in the ongoing fight against child abuse at Europe level. On…
Urgent reconstruction planning needed for Ukraine – report
A worrying new study says that many Ukrainians, including Roma, have chosen to stay in their often damaged…
Campaign group voices concern over animal welfare
Campaigners say the European Union must support farmers meet the "highest" animal welfare standards. Compassion in World Farming’s demand…
Discover Hasselt: Belgium’s Stylish Small City with Big Surprises
It’s arguably one of the least visited of Belgium’s ten provinces but lovely Limburg is well worth discovering.…
MEPs calls for CAP to be “strengthened”
The European Conservatives and Reformists Group, one of the mainstream parties in the EU Parliament, has called on…
Danish EU presidency must work “for a strong Europe”
The EU must take responsibility for its own security and strengthen its competitiveness. That is the key message…