Canary Islands Strategic Grant Plan (2026–2028)

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially approved a new three-year Strategic Grant Plan for the Instituto Canario de Administración Pública (ICAP), covering 2026 to 2028. The plan aims to boost public service training across the archipelago, focusing on:

• Practical education
• Digital modernization
• Territorial decentralization to improve local government efficiency.

Background

This initiative builds on the previous plan for 2023-2025, which has now expired. The new plan’s objectives include:

• Expanding training offerings
• Fostering professional development pathways
• Encouraging active participation from local entities, such as municipalities and island councils.

Funding

Funding mainly comes from transfers from the Spanish central government, with specific allocations including:

• Over 638,000 euros for 2026 dedicated to local government training
• Around 410,000 euros allocated for state-funded programs benefiting local personnel.

Importance

Better-trained public employees mean more effective services for residents, especially in areas like digital skills and local governance.

The plan emphasizes:

• Making training accessible for all islands
• Modernizing public administration
• Improving service delivery across the Canary Islands.

Implementation & Monitoring

Implementation will be closely monitored through regular reports, ensuring:

• Transparency
• Proper use of funds.

The overarching goal is to:

• Enhance administrative efficiency
• Improve public satisfaction.