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.
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…
ENAR condemns new Pact on Migration and Asylum
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The European Network Against Racism (ENAR) says that it “strongly condemns” the new Pact…
Plan in Progress to Make Russia Pay for Ukraine’s Reconstruction
Belgium (Brussels Morning newspaper), The Ukraine Recovery Conference (21-22 June) in London has heard renewed pledges of support…
Europe is entering a new kind of Cold War
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), A new report says Europe is entering a new kind of Cold War “whatever the outcome of Russia’s war of aggression…
Poland’s Remarkable Road Safety Success: 47% Reduction in Road Deaths Earns Prestigious Award
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) The European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) has awarded its 2023 Road Safety Performance Index…
Qatargate Scandal Exposes European Parliament’s Integrity Crisis
Hinds noted, "The European Parliament should stop twiddling its thumbs waiting for an independent ethics body for all…
Best of Portugal Returns to Brussels, Showcasing Finest Portuguese Products
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) The eagerly anticipated 9th edition of the Best of Portugal festival is set to…
Leading airline flies for the flag for sustainability
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) Emirates’ plans to upgrade the entire interior cabins of 120 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777…
Energy transition in the EU fisheries and aquaculture sector
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), An alliance of NGOs, including Oceana, ClientEarth and Our Fish, are calling on the…
EC continues pursuit over Poland’s supposed EU law violations
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The European Commission has decided to open an infringement procedure against Poland by sending…
New Report Reveals Widespread Non-Transparency and Unsustainability in Global Cotton Brands”
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) The “vast majority” of international brands (89%) are “non-transparent, unsustainable and show little progress towards…
EU Ethics Body: Toothless and Underwhelming Proposal Sparks Outrage and Doubts
An EC spokesman said, “Thanks to these changes, EU politicians will be subject to common, clear, transparent, and…
SMEs in Europe Unite: Priorities for the 2024 European Elections
Belgium (Brussels Morning newspaper) The body representing small businesses in Europe has drafted a wish list of hopes…