Canary Islands Municipality Joins New Social Services Digital Platform
Published: November 13, 2025|technology-and-innovation|Gobierno de Canarias
Breña Baja Joins New Digital System SEGISS
Overview
On September 29, 2025, the town of Breña Baja in the Canary Islands officially joined a new digital system called SEGISS, replacing the older SIUSS platform. This move aims to streamline social services and improve data sharing between local authorities and the national government.
The decision follows a broader agreement signed in November 2024 between Spain's Ministry of Social Rights and the Canary Islands regional government, which seeks to modernize how social services handle information.
Key Points
- Breña Baja’s participation includes commitments to protect residents’ personal data under European data privacy laws, such as the GDPR.
- The town’s mayor, Borja Pérez Sicilia, emphasized the importance of aligning with all agreement clauses, ensuring transparent data management and enhanced service delivery.
Significance
This development matters because it underscores ongoing efforts to digitize and modernize public services in Spain.
- For residents, it promises more efficient social support processes, quicker responses, and better data security.
- It also highlights how local governments are aligning with national policies to foster smarter, safer public administration in the Canary Islands.