Canary Islands Government Appoints Permanent Public Employees

The Canary Islands government has officially appointed certain candidates as permanent public employees, ending a suspension on their hiring process due to earlier force majeure reasons.

Selection Process and New Hires

• Following a successful selection process, three individuals will now formalize their contracts and take up their positions between April 15 and 30, 2026:
  • María Rosa Díaz Díaz
  • María Davinia Méndez Santana
  • Olga María Díaz González
• The government emphasizes a swift and organized transition, requiring these new hires to sign their contracts electronically before officially beginning their roles.

Broader Initiatives and Legal Context

• This move aligns with broader efforts to reduce temporary employment in the public sector, ensuring a more stable and effective administration.
• The resolution also mandates that current temporary staff who are not selected be notified of their contract termination at least one day before their official ceasing date, which is the day before the new hires’ take office.
• The decision reflects the government’s commitment to transparency and streamlined hiring, following recent legal reforms aimed at making public employment more sustainable.

Goals and Impact

• All steps are designed to bolster the stability of public services and provide peace of mind for residents relying on these government agencies.