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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.

12 May 2025 - 07:17

Italy’s Lake Garda gem explores new measures after bank holiday overtourism chaos

A picturesque Lombardy town has become the latest Italian victim of overtourism, with stakeholders expressing concern for public safety due to crowding. Described by Lonely Planet […]