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.
Winter “magic” in lovely setting of La Hulpe
The long, dark winter nights can seem a bit grim at the best of times, not least with…
Felipe Garcia’s Burlesque Show: A Celebration of Belgian Talent and Artistic Brilliance
Belgium is often either sadly misrepresented or just ignored when it comes to international discourse. But there is…
MEPs signalled strong disapproval of new EU Commission leadership
Some MEPs have signalled their strong disapproval of the new team of EU commissioners to serve under Ursula…
Poland makes security a key priority of its EU presidency
Poland has outlined the political direction of the rotating presidency the country will hold from January to June…
Housing is a “human right,” a conference told
A conference was told that greater use of digitalisation in the construction and housing industry “can bring opportunities…
AZ Oostende launches campaign to hire 200 staff, faces nursing shortage
Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): AZ Oostende's recruitment campaign seeks 200 new staff annually, featuring humorous videos with employees…
Oostakker’s container village: 391 Ukrainian refugees upported by Ghent’s Mayor
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Oostakker, 391 Ukrainian refugees find shelter in a container village established through a…
New “tool” aims to “transform” care experience for cancer survivors
A “groundbreaking” digital tool designed to empower individuals living with and beyond cancer has been unveiled. The “Cancer Survivor Smart Card”,…
A cherished Christmas tradition returns to Brussels this year
It is the annual Christmas concert in the city’s magnificent Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula. It…
Leuven’s blind stand returns: Free match for visually impaired fans, Rutten leads effort
Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Blind and partially sighted fans attended a match in Leuven for free, aiming to…
Campaign group says COP29 fails to meet climate needs
Campaigners say that the COP29 climate conference left “a trail of broken promises.” Speaking on Monday, they also…
Leuven Guard’s Car Firebombed: VSOA’s Eddy De Smedt Warns of Rising Violence
Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A prison guard in Heers, working at Leuven-Central, had his car set on fire…
Traffic chaos on Antwerp Ring: Subsidence near Sportpaleis causes major delays
Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A sinkhole near the Sportpaleis on the Antwerp Ring caused big traffic delays. Repairs…
34-year-old Wuustwezel man found dead after Ghent six days cycling event
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 34-year-old man from Wuustwezel went missing after the Ghent Six Days cycling event…
Guillaume advocates for suitable housing as Ghent faces 600+ homeless children crisis
Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ghent has 5 mobile housing units for the homeless, but no family accommodations for…