Regional Cooperation Agreement Incorporating Tazacorte

Background

On May 23, 2025, the Tazacorte town hall officially joined a regional cooperation agreement aimed at streamlining the hiring of temporary public sector staff across the Canary Islands. This move follows the signing of a broader agreement between the Canary Islands government and the Federation of Municipalities of the Canary Islands (FECAM) in December 2024.

Key Developments

• The addition of Tazacorte to the cooperation pact means the town will now participate fully in:
  • Shared lists of employment
  • Reserve staffing
  • Making it easier to fill temporary roles within public administration
• The decision aligns with regulatory requirements that all public entities:
  • Publish agreements and amendments in the official gazette within 20 days
  • Ensures transparency and oversight

Significance

Benefits for Residents

• Makes public sector staffing more efficient and transparent
• Potentially reduces bureaucratic delays when hiring temporary workers

Significance for Expatriates and Newcomers

• Signals ongoing efforts to modernize public administration in the Canary Islands
• Fosters better service delivery and resource management

Additional Considerations

• The agreement emphasizes:
  • Data protection
  • Continuity
  • A clear commitment to adhere to legal standards
  • Concluding ongoing cooperation initiatives even if the agreement is not renewed in the future

The agreement underscores the commitment to transparency and effective public administration within the region.