Inspector@Work
Inspector@Work provides a unique window into the professional lives of Official Inspectors implementing EU animal welfare laws. Through this series, inspectors from across the EU Member States share their first-hand accounts, offering valuable lessons, success stories, and perspectives on the regulatory challenges within the ruminant and equine sectors.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this series belong solely to the interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions of EURCAW Ruminants & Equines.
“Working with other departments means I can focus on the animals’ welfare”. An inspector from Sweden shares her experience.
October 2023
“We are there to help the farmers find a solution, not to penalise them”. An inspector from Northern Greece shares his experience.
November 2023
“Animals must be fed, yes – but how, when and with what?”. An inspector from Alsace in France shares her experience.
February 2024
“Have the humility to admit when you don’t know the answer straight away“. An inspector from Västra Götaland, Sweden shares her experience.
March 2024
“Officially, I represent the controlling authority, but in my experience, this cannot function without some form of support through counselling.” An inspector from Upper Austria shares his experience.
September 2024
“We support official veterinarians in decisions on Animal Welfare and Biosecurity, focusing on the actual conditions with respect to current legislation and its correct interpretation to meet the needs of animals”.
June 2025
“As inspectors, we are responsible for the duties assigned by the regulations to official veterinarians at the point of exit from the European Union in relation to animal welfare”. An inspector from Spain shares his experience.
April 2026
“Being on the farm, simple as that, being both in contact with cattle and other farm animals. That’s a big attraction for me. But above that, you do get a sense of reward from seeing animals being cared for or trying to influence herd owners and people involved in farming to improve their welfare standards”. An inspector from Ireland shares his experience with EURCAW Ruminants & Equines.
June 2026
