Martin Banks

Martin Banks is an experienced British-born journalist who has been covering the EU beat (and much else besides) in Brussels since 2001.
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.
399 Articles

Moldova’s Election: A Victory Against Russian Interference

MEPs have greeted the outcome of elections in Moldova, saying that while the result was close they are…

Brexit Dossier Reveals 2,000 Negative Impacts, Sparking EU Membership Reevaluation Calls

Citizen journalists have compiled a dossier that contains over 2,000 examples, including in the tourism and travel sectors,…

European economy “lagging behind”

The body representing small businesses at the EU level says Europe’s economy is lagging behind. SMEunited has now…

The Downs and Ups of Brexit

An exhaustive dossier on Brexit contains over 2,000 examples of the “negative” – and 39 “positives” –impacts of…

Climate group calls for “full, fair and funded” transition

Climate campaigners have called for EU political leaders to step up the fight against global warming. The group,…

Alsace cuisine set to go down a treat in Brussels

"Wine days”, the event that showcases some of the best food and drink from the French region of…

Alsace cuisine in Brussels

Alsace cuisine is heading to Brussels at the city’s annual “wine days” event, a month-long jamboree showcasing some…

EU expert and MEPs in verbal attack on Orban

(Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An expert on European Union affairs says Hungary’s EU presidency programme has “little weight.”…

Pope Francis Concludes Historic Visit to Belgium with Calls for Peace, Compassion, and Global Unity

Thousands of people gave the Pope a rapturous send-off to his historic 4-day trip to Belgium on Sunday.Under…

Campaigners’ welcome role for new EU commissioner

The new EU Commission will include a Commissioner dedicated to Animal Welfare, a move “very positively” welcomed by…

Stand up against Russian aggression: Join the October 1 protest

Pro-Ukrainian supporters are asked to join in a demo against Russia later on October 1.It takes place at…

Thierry Vanholsbeek’s New Restaurant Aims to Revive Belgian Dining Culture

Restauranteur Thierry Vanholsbeek is hoping his ambitious new business venture will buck a worrying trend in the Belgian…

Pope Francis’ visit to Luxembourg and Belgium

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) -Pope Francis has expressed “the tragic instances of child abuse” in Belgium.He was…

EU’s new Entry-Exit system and Visa Waiver launching soon

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The European Union is introducing two important changes for travel to Europe in…

Two new hotels opened near Brussels Airport

Two new hotels have opened close to Brussels airport, helping meet increased demand from the travelling public. A…

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