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.
Leaders urged to “intensify” military support for Ukraine at EU summit in Brussels
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU leaders meet in Brussels for a 2-day summit to discuss the Strategic…
Thirty Brussels restos honoured for “exemplary” Belgian cuisine
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspapers) - A number of restaurants in the Brussels-Capital Region have been awarded the “Brusselicious”…
Dutch PM to take over as head of NATO
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The North Atlantic Council has appointed Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as NATO's…
Chef Orlando Satchell on a Mission to Elevate Caribbean Cuisine
Castries (Brussels Morning) - Celebrity chef Orlando Satchell is promoting Caribbean cuisine and challenging its stereotypes. He believes…
Europe facing a new “gas crisis”- EU auditors
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Court of Auditors reports that despite the EU's efforts to address…
So-called “ghetto law” branded “devastating” by campaigners
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) will review the legality…
Is France “meddling” in the Caucasus?
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - France stands accused of forging a controversial arms relationship with Armenia in the…
EU wide law aims to give added support to victims of violence against women
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU has introduced new laws to combat violence against women and domestic…
Concern voiced over “rising attacks” on Roma in Germany
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In 2023, Germany experienced a troubling surge in attacks against Sinti and Roma…
EU chief Josep Borrell voices concern over “erosion of rights” in Hong Kong
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The EU’s outgoing foreign affairs chief says there has been a “continuous erosion of…
Press freedom “under attack” in war-torn Ukraine
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The restoration of the press must be included in the programmes of economic and…
New “food tours” launched to showcase “best of British” cuisine
Canterbury (Brussels Morning) - British cuisine has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from the days when it was…
Former UK Government minister demands more debate on Brexit in UK election
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Most people in the UK now believe Brexit was a failure, according to…
Wellington and Napoleon lock horns again in re-enactment
Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The Waterloo Battlefield event on June 22-23 offers a unique chance to experience life…
Rise of populist parties “concerning”, admits Bas Eickhout, a senior Greens MEP
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Greens suffered losses in the EU elections, but made gains in other…