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.
Political groups split on migration deal
This legislation, says the EC, puts in place clear, reliable rules with more solidarity and shared responsibility among…
Europe’s top researchers in EU cash windfall
The new grants worth €652 million in total are funded by the EU's research and innovation programme, Horizon…
First Banana concert by “puppet phenomenon” promises to go down a treat
So an audience in Belgium is in for a real treat this summer because Randy Feltface (yes, that’s…
Fresh support agreed by EU for Ukraine
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), Parliament and EU member states have reached a new provisional agreement on extending temporary…
EU watchdog criticise Union’s border force
The inquiry was launched following the Adriana tragedy in June 2023, where over 600 people drowned off the…
Silent march to commemorate millions killed in Rwanda
On Sunday, to commemorate that tragedy and to send the message „Never Again“, scores of people participated in…
ABBA and Adele – as you’ve never heard them before
But audiences in Belgium will soon get the chance to listen to their ageless music as it’s never…
EU wants new aid access points into Gaza implemented “swiftly”
The EC noted in particular the commitments to open the Ashdod port, as well as the Erez crossing…
New deal between EU institutions aims to make flying cleaner and safer
The agreed text introduces performance plans for air navigation services to improve network management of EU airspace, with…
EU’s electricity sector heralds Europe’s energy transition
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), Europe’s electricity industry trade association will sign the Antwerp Declaration in a “show of support” for…
EU and US need to “redouble” efforts on business
As holder of the current presidency of the Council of the European Union, Belgium will host the sixth…
Animal welfare under spotlight in Ukraine conflict
On 27 February the European Parliament approved the revision of the EU’s long-term budget which includes the so-called…
MEPs angry over new draft law on energy consumption
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The new draft EU legislation has been condemned as “too burdensome” by some centre-right…
Campaigners welcome improved recycling rates in EU countries
The year 2022 was “unprecedented” for PET, which stands for polyethylene terephthalate, a common kind of plastic used…
New bill will protect EU Journalists
It will introduce measures aimed at protecting Journalists and media providers from political interference, while also making it easier for…