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Canary Islands Municipality joins new social services digital platform

Published: September 1, 2025|technology-and-innovation|Gobierno de Canarias

Tías City Council Joins New Digital Platform SEGISS

Overview

  • The Tías City Council has officially joined a new digital platform called SEGISS, designed to modernize social services in the Canary Islands.
  • This move, formalized on April 8, 2025, replaces the old SIUSS system and enhances information sharing through the new application, facilitating more efficient management of social programs.

Background and Agreement

  • The agreement was originally signed on November 25, 2024, between Spain's Ministry of Social Rights and the Canary Islands government.
  • The council's adhesion was confirmed in April 2025.

Data Management and Compliance

  • As part of broader efforts to improve transparency and data handling, Tías will now manage its data in compliance with recent EU privacy regulations, including:
    • Establishing proper records
    • Conducting risk assessments

Significance

"This update indicates a push towards digital transformation in local social services, making processes more transparent for residents and enabling better resource management across regional authorities."

  • The move aligns with Spain's broader goals of modernizing public administration in line with EU standards.
  • Ensures that residents' data privacy and security remain protected.

Benefits of the New Platform

  • Streamlines social service administration.
  • Provides benefits for both officials and residents by:
    • Offering faster support
    • Enhancing coordinated information exchange