Martin Banks.


Martin Banks has been a journalist for over 40 years, working in Brussels since 2001 where he has covered EU politics, initially for European Voice and more recently for The Parliament Magazine plus a raft of other titles. He also writes about other topics including culture and travel. Prior to coming to Belgium he had worked in regional (including a 6 year stint as Chief Reporter for the 2nd biggest selling regional in the UK) and national journalism in the UK since 1980.

16 March 2025 - 16:44

Virgin Atlantic and Joby Aviation team up to launch first electric air taxi service in the UK

In a pioneering move towards sustainable urban air mobility, Virgin Atlantic has announced a strategic partnership with California-based Joby Aviation to introduce electric air taxi services […]
11 March 2025 - 11:11

Brussels Airport introduces new body scanner to strengthen drug smuggling detection

Brussels Airport has implemented a state-of-the-art body scanner to enhance its efforts in detecting drug smuggling, particularly targeting the growing issue of ‘drug mules’ attempting to […]
10 March 2025 - 12:48

Meet Margo Reuten: the only female Michelin-starred chef in the Netherlands

The hospitality industry has long been a male-dominated field, but trailblazing women continue to break barriers and redefine excellence. One such woman is Margo Reuten, the only female […]