19/12/2023 (Agence Europe) – On 12 December, the Bureau of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) decided to appoint Isabelle Le Galo Flores as its new Secretary-General, the EESC announced on Tuesday 19 December. A Franco-Spaniard, Ms Le Galo Flores will take up her post early next year for a five-year term, succeeding Gianluca Brunetti, who will step down on 31 December 2023. In the meantime, to ensure continuity of service, the EESC Bureau has announced that it has appointed John Power, the current Director of Statutory Bodies and Members’ Working Conditions, as Acting Secretary-General on 12 December 2023. The EESC’s Secretary General plays an executive role, providing assistance and advice to the EESC’s statutory bodies and managing a staff of around 700. (CG)