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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.

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16 October 2026 - 15:53

Kazakhstan tourism in 2026: infrastructure investment and expanding air connectivity

Kazakhstan is strengthening the foundations of its tourism sector through continued investment in regional infrastructure, air connectivity and tourism services. In the 2026 Travel & Tourism […]
16 October 2026 - 12:51

ITA Airways to launch Rome–Caracas flights in March 2027 despite Venezuela travel warnings

ITA Airways has announced plans to launch direct flights between Rome and Caracas from 30 March 2027, strengthening air connections between Italy and Venezuela despite ongoing […]
15 October 2026 - 15:25

Scottish island goes on sale for €414,000, but what would living there involve?

An entire Scottish island has gone on sale for £350,000 (€414,000), offering a retreat for buyers prepared to live with few modern comforts. Hildasay lies off […]