When was Bernard Poignant born?

Bernard Poignant was born on 19 September 1945 in Vannes.

What positions has Bernard Poignant held?

Positions held by Bernard Poignant include: president (since 2018); mayor of Quimper (2008–2014); Member of the European Parliament (2004–2009); Member of the European Parliament (1999–2004); regional council member.

Where did Bernard Poignant study?

Bernard Poignant was educated at University of Rennes 2 – Upper Brittany.

Bernard Poignant

French politician

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Bernard Poignant is a French politician and Member of the European Parliament for the west of France. He is a member of the Socialist Party, which is part of the Party of European Socialists, and sits on the European Parliament's Committee on Fisheries and its Committee on Regional Development.

Quick facts

Born: 19 September 1945 wd
Place of birth: Vannes wd
Citizenship: France wd
Occupation: politician, history-geography teacher, historian wd
Political party: Socialist Party wd
Education: University of Rennes 2 – Upper Brittany wd

Positions held wd

president (since 2018)
mayor of Quimper (16 March 2008 – 6 April 2014)
Member of the European Parliament (20 July 2004 – 13 July 2009)
Member of the European Parliament (20 July 1999 – 19 July 2004)
regional council member
member of the general council

Awards wd

Knight of the Legion of Honour
Officer of the Legion of Honour (2022)

Questions

When was Bernard Poignant born?: Bernard Poignant was born on 19 September 1945 in Vannes.
What positions has Bernard Poignant held?: Positions held by Bernard Poignant include: president (since 2018); mayor of Quimper (2008–2014); Member of the European Parliament (2004–2009); Member of the European Parliament (1999–2004); regional council member.
Where did Bernard Poignant study?: Bernard Poignant was educated at University of Rennes 2 – Upper Brittany.

Sources

Last updated 1 November 2026 · facts checked 5 November 2026

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