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Canarian Government Delegates Budget Approval Powers to Agriculture Minister for 2025

Published: July 17, 2025|economy-and-business|Gobierno de Canarias

Canary Islands Government Delegates Financial Decision-Making Powers for 2025

Overview

The Government of the Canary Islands has officially delegated key financial decision-making powers to the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Food Sovereignty for the year 2025. This move aims to streamline administrative processes and speed up spending approvals, including those for large projects and grants.

Delegated Powers

  • The Minister now has the authority to approve expenses exceeding 3 million euros.
  • The Minister can approve grants over 150,000 euros.
  • The Minister can approve agreements with local councils involving financial commitments over 150,000 euros.
  • These delegations are part of broader efforts to improve efficiency and reduce bureaucratic delays in managing public funds.
  • The decision clarifies the legal framework underpinning collaborations with local authorities, specifying when Government approval is necessary for agreements involving significant financial obligations.

  • "The move underscores a strategic push for more agile governance amid the complex landscape of regional administration."

Oversight and Implementation

  • The new powers, effective immediately, will be reported back to the Government in early 2026, ensuring oversight and accountability.

Context and Goals

  • This delegation reflects the Canary Islands' ongoing efforts to modernize public administration and facilitate swift economic and social development, especially in vital sectors like agriculture and fisheries.