Canary Islands' Social Welfare Department and Fuerteventura Island Council Partnership

Overview

On May 13, 2026, the Canary Islands' Social Welfare Department formalized an agreement assigning the Fuerteventura Island Council the task of preparing psychological and social reports necessary for disability recognition assessments.

This partnership aims to:

• Improve local services
• Address the Department's lack of resources to conduct comprehensive evaluations independently

Key Provisions

• The evaluation process aligns with national legislation, including provisions from the Royal Decree 888/2022.
• The Council will organize and execute assessments.
• The Council will provide the necessary facilities.
• Staff with appropriate professional qualifications will handle evaluations.

Funding

• Total funding for 2026: €125,055.27
• Covering personnel costs and operational expenses
• Duration: Nine months

Oversight and Compliance

• Clear procedures for:
  • Staff selection
  • Data protection
  • Monitoring
• Compliance with EU and Spanish data privacy laws

Expected Benefits

• Speed up disability recognition processes
• Make assessments more accessible for residents of Fuerteventura
• Especially beneficial for those with limited mobility or access to central evaluation centers

Regional Governance Impact

• Demonstrates ongoing efforts in regional governance to optimize public services
• Ensures residents receive fair and timely recognition of their rights