Who's who in Brussels
This section gives you a brief overview of the key people in Brussels
Key people
John Dalli, Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy
A Maltese accountant with a background in finance and former management consultant, Dalli is responsible for Commission proposals on animal health and welfare.
Paola Testori Coggi, Director General of DG SANCO, Health and Consumer Protection
Paola has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of DG SANCO.
Bernard Van Goethem, Director Animal Health and Welfare in DG SANCO
Responsible for the units covering Animal Health & Standing Committees, Animal Welfare and Feed, International Questions.
Jan Vaarten, Executive Director Federation of Veterinarians of Europe
Jan is Executive Director of the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) is an umbrella organisation of veterinary organisations from 35 European countries. FVE also includes four specialised veterinary groups: Practising Veterinarians (UEVP), Hygienists and Public Health Veterinarians (UEVH), Veterinarians working in Education, Veterinary Research and Industry (EVERI) and State Veterinary Officers (EASVO). BVA is a member of FVE.
Jo Leinen, Chairman of the EP’s Environment, Public Health and Food Safety Committee
The German lawyer leading the committee which deals with most animal health and welfare issues within the Parliament.
Tim Render, Agriculture Counsellor at the UK Permanent Representation (UKREP)
Tim leads the agriculture section in the UK’s “embassy” to the EU and is responsible for most animal health dossiers. He negotiates on behalf of the UK within special committees of the Council and will assist at Agriculture Council meetings.