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.
Poland makes security a key priority of its EU presidency
Poland has outlined the political direction of the rotating presidency the country will hold from January to June…
Housing is a “human right,” a conference told
A conference was told that greater use of digitalisation in the construction and housing industry “can bring opportunities…
AZ Oostende launches campaign to hire 200 staff, faces nursing shortage
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): AZ Oostende's recruitment campaign seeks 200 new staff annually, featuring humorous videos with employees…
Oostakker’s container village: 391 Ukrainian refugees upported by Ghent’s Mayor
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Oostakker, 391 Ukrainian refugees find shelter in a container village established through a…
New “tool” aims to “transform” care experience for cancer survivors
A “groundbreaking” digital tool designed to empower individuals living with and beyond cancer has been unveiled. The “Cancer Survivor Smart Card”,…
A cherished Christmas tradition returns to Brussels this year
It is the annual Christmas concert in the city’s magnificent Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula. It…
Leuven’s blind stand returns: Free match for visually impaired fans, Rutten leads effortÂ
Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Blind and partially sighted fans attended a match in Leuven for free, aiming to…
Campaign group says COP29 fails to meet climate needs
Campaigners say that the COP29 climate conference left “a trail of broken promises.” Speaking on Monday, they also…
Leuven Guard’s Car Firebombed: VSOA’s Eddy De Smedt Warns of Rising Violence
Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A prison guard in Heers, working at Leuven-Central, had his car set on fire…
Traffic chaos on Antwerp Ring: Subsidence near Sportpaleis causes major delays
Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A sinkhole near the Sportpaleis on the Antwerp Ring caused big traffic delays. Repairs…
34-year-old Wuustwezel man found dead after Ghent six days cycling event
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 34-year-old man from Wuustwezel went missing after the Ghent Six Days cycling event…
Guillaume advocates for suitable housing as Ghent faces 600+ homeless children crisis
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ghent has 5 mobile housing units for the homeless, but no family accommodations for…
Brussels Ranger Bart Swerts calls for mushroom picking ban to protect Sonian Forest’s 1,000 species
Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Bart Swerts, a forest ranger in the Sonian Forest, wants to ban mushroom picking…
Hasselt prison overcrowding: 623 inmates, Lawyer Michiel Van Kelecom raises nutrition concerns
Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Hasselt prison, meant for 450 inmates, now holds 623, causing food and living problems.…
Eye on Palestine Festival: 40 organizations unite in Ghent for culture and solidarity
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Eye on Palestine Festival in Ghent, supported by 40 organizations, runs from November…