Agreement Between the Spanish Government and Canary Islands

Key Provisions of Law 2/2025

• Aimed at reducing temporary employment
• Improving the quality and efficiency of public sector jobs in the Canary Islands
• Addresses the protection of children concerning gambling and betting activities

Development and Negotiation Process

• The Bilateral Cooperation Commission has recognized discrepancies in several parts of the law, including articles related to:
  • Employment stability
  • Child safety
• The commission has committed to resolving these issues through negotiations.
• A dedicated working group will explore solutions and present proposals to the commission.

Significance of the Development

• The law impacts public sector workers and young people by:
  • Enhancing job stability
  • Regulating gambling environments more effectively
• The agreement signals ongoing efforts to balance:
  • Administrative modernization
  • Social safeguards
• These measures are crucial for residents given the Islands’ unique economic and social challenges.

Legal and Procedural Aspects

• The accord will be formally communicated to the Constitutional Court.
• It will be published in both:
  • The Spanish national official bulletin
  • The Canary Islands regional official bulletin
• This ensures:
  • Transparency
  • Adherence to legal procedures