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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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6 October 2026 - 10:42

MEPs call for faster EU high-speed rail expansion and more affordable tickets

The European Parliament’s Transport and Tourism Committee has called for faster development of Europe’s high-speed rail network, urging dedicated EU funding, better connections between regions and […]
30 September 2026 - 14:40

European Spa Association calls for medical spas to play bigger role in EU health policy

The European Spa Association (ESPA) has called for closer cooperation between Europe’s health, life sciences and tourism sectors, arguing that medical spas and natural therapeutic resources […]