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.
Slow progress of the investigation of the Qatargate scandal
The European parliament’s president, Roberta Metsola, warned colleagues that the institution and European democracy at large are “under attack.”…
Medical Aid for Palestinians
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), An appeal has been launched to help raise vital funds for the “health and…
What factors make it difficult to recruit qualified employees?
"The world is changing rapidly and a lot of work is now done online. We have to face…
Soil protection: EU must roll up its sleeves
Soil supplies nutrients, water, oxygen, and a place for plants to grow. However, the excessive use of fertilizers…
New Zealand joins Horizon Europe R&I Programme
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), New Zealand will be allowed to take part in a flagship EU project, it…
Urgent Action Demanded for Soil Health Crisis!
The European Court of Auditors, in a new study, has assessed whether the European Commission and member states…
EC Rule of Law Report: Progress and Challenges in EU Member States
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The European Commission has published its latest rule of law report, taking the pulse…
EU’s Circular Economy Transition Falling Short, Says Auditors
Achieving the EU’s ambition of recycling twice as many materials during the current decade as during the previous…
Russia is Europe’s rival
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), Despite the Wagner mercenary group’s mutiny against President Vladimir Putin, the Russian leader has…
Protests Erupt in France After Racist Police Killing of Teenager
Brussels-based rights group the European Network Against Racism (ENAR), in a statement, said, “Once again, we witness violent…
Over 200 years after the famous battle, Napoleon and Wellington lock horns once again
Belgium, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) Fancy a blast of history and a reminder of what some call Britain’s finest ever…
European Ombudsman Awards: Honoring Efforts to Document War Crimes and Human Rights Violations
The Guidelines for Documenting International Crimes and Human Rights Violations for Criminal Accountability Purposes advise on the collection…
EU MEPs Push for Stronger Protections: Defining Rape and Combating Cyber Violence
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), A key report adopted by MEPs asks for a “uniform, consent-based definition” of rape…
EU Policymakers Urged to Decriminalize Prostitution
Amsterdam, Netherlands - March 22, 2020: Respect Sex Workers Sign in Red Light District of Amsterdam, Netherlands. People…
Examining the Consequences of the Qatargate Corruption Scandal
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), Six months ago, the then Vice-President of the European Parliament Eva Kaili was arrested…