🌓 Canary Islands Government Announcements

Canary Islands Appoints New Head for Gaming Inspection Service

Published: July 15, 2025|justice-and-safety|Gobierno de Canarias

Appointment of Olga Lilia CastaƱo Casela as Head of the Gaming Inspection Service

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially appointed Olga Lilia CastaƱo Casela as the new Head of the Gaming Inspection Service. This appointment was made through a public selection process announced earlier this year, aiming to fill the key position in the Vicecouncil of Administrations and Transparency.

CastaƱo Casela, a career civil servant from the Community of the Canary Islands, will now oversee programming and coordination functions within the Gaming Inspection Service based in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Her appointment highlights the government’s focus on strengthening regulatory oversight of the gaming sector, essential for ensuring fair play and public safety.

Implementation Details

She will replace her current position within three days of the official publication of this order, taking up her new role with immediate effect if she resides on the same island, or within a month if she lives elsewhere. The move is part of broader efforts to enhance transparency and regulatory capacity in public administration.

Impact

Residents and stakeholders involved in or affected by gaming regulations will benefit from this appointment, which aims to ensure effective inspection and compliance. The decision underscores the Canary Islands’ commitment to modernizing administration and reinforcing public trust in sector oversight.