Canary Islands Government Approves Permanent Contracts for Selected Public Employees
Published: April 6, 2026|local-government-and-community|Gobierno de Canarias
Canary Islands Government to Transition Selected Temporary Staff to Permanent Employment
Key Details
- The Canary Islands government has officially announced the transition of selected temporary staff to permanent employment.
- After a thorough selection process, one notable case involves Josefa Luisa Mendoza Vega.
- Her suspension was lifted following the resolution of a prior force majeure.
- Authorities confirmed her eligibility to begin her new role as a full-time public employee.
- Contracts were signed electronically between April 7-8, 2026.
- Possession (taking office) will occur within a 15-day window from April 9 to April 23.
- Mendoza Vega will need to notify the relevant department when she will officially assume her duties.
Broader Context
- This move is part of a broader effort to stabilize employment in the regionās public sector.
- It is aligned with recent legal reforms aimed at reducing temporary contracts.
Resolution Highlights
- Emphasizes the importance of maintaining job stability for new hires.
- Requirers employees to remain in service for at least two years.
- Clarifies procedures for ceasing temporary workers.
- Outlines exclusions for unsuccessful candidates from further participation in similar calls.
Government Commitment
"The decision highlights the governmentās commitment to improving job security and administrative efficiency."
Objectives
- Align with national measures to promote stable, quality employment in the public sector.
- Set clear deadlines for contract signing, taking office, and procedural notifications.
- Ensure a smooth transition for newly hired staff in the Canary Islands.