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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.

24 April 2026 - 15:59

Brussels hosts exhibition celebrating Azerbaijan’s multicultural heritage

A photo exhibition celebrating the cultural diversity and multicultural heritage of Azerbaijan has opened in Brussels, bringing together diplomats, artists and guests from across Europe. Held on 23 April […]
23 April 2026 - 09:44

Helsinki inaugurates world’s longest pedestrian bridge capable of shivering away its own ice

One of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world has opened in Finland, welcoming 50,000 visitors over its inaugural weekend and establishing what Helsinki Partners have […]