This document discusses the political and regulatory aspects of veterinary antibiotic use in Europe. It covers topics such as antibiotic resistance monitoring, responsible antibiotic use, and volumes and distribution of antibiotics. It notes that antibiotic resistance is an ongoing issue requiring measures like prudent antibiotic use, alternative disease prevention methods, and harmonized surveillance. The document advocates collecting antibiotic usage data and promoting responsible use frameworks as important parts of addressing antibiotic resistance in both animals and humans.