Canary Islands Government Appoints New High-Level Secretary in Economy Department
Published: March 11, 2026|local-government-and-community|Gobierno de Canarias
Appointment of Esther Gloria Pérez Santana as Secretary of High Cargo
Overview
The Canary Islands' Department of Economy, Industry, Commerce, and Autónomos has announced the appointment of Esther Gloria Pérez Santana as the new 'Secretary of High Cargo' for the Directorate General of Autónomos.
This position involves:
- Providing essential support and assistance to the departmentâs head
- Managing visits
- Handling calls
- Processing documentation
Pérez Santana, a career civil servant, will serve in either Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Significance of the Appointment
- This appointment reflects ongoing efforts to streamline administrative functions in the regional government
- The process involves filling key positions through public calls and merit-based selections
- It is significant for residents and business owners who rely on regional economic management
- Pérez Santana's experience is expected to ensure smooth operations at a critical level of government support
Procedures and Publication
The process follows official procedures, with the appointee set to vacate her previous role within three working days and formally take her new position soon after.
- The decision was published in the Canary Islands Official Bulletin
- The appointment allows for legal recourse if any party wishes to challenge it
Overall Impact
This appointment underscores the government's focus on:
- Strengthening administrative capacity
- Better serving the public and economic sector