Canary Islands’ Subsidy Disclosure for Q1 2025

Overview

The Canary Islands’ Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fishing, and Food Sovereignty has released details of subsidies granted in the first quarter of 2025, fulfilling transparency requirements under Spanish law. These grants benefit various agricultural, fishing, and food-related entities, with specifics on recipients, amounts, and purposes now publicly available.

This move aims to increase transparency and public trust in the allocation of government funds.

Details and Transparency Measures

The publication also clarifies that:

• No public calls or competitions were held for these subsidies during this period.
• The reasons behind this decision have been explained.

"Such transparency measures help residents and organizations understand how public resources are distributed and foster greater accountability."

While the details are posted in the official bulletin and an annex, the move aligns with broader efforts across Spain to make government aid more accessible and transparent.

Impact and Significance

For expats residing in the Canary Islands, these subsidy disclosures provide insight into government priorities, especially around supporting local agriculture and fishing industries, which are vital parts of the island economy.