Canary Islands Parliament Audits University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Date and Context

• On July 21, 2025, the Canary Islands Parliament’s Committee for Relations with the Court of Accounts discussed and approved an important audit report concerning the finances of the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for the year 2018.

Key Actions and Endorsements

• The Parliament formally endorsed the findings.
• Urged the university and its affiliated entities to implement the recommendations made by the Court of Accounts.

Objectives

• This move aims to improve transparency and financial management at the university, which is a key educational institution in the region.

Significance

• The resolution highlights a commitment by local authorities to oversight and accountability in public institutions.
• Reflects ongoing efforts to ensure responsible handling of public funds.

Official Statement

The decision, signed by the Parliament’s Secretary General Salvador Iglesias Machado, underscores the importance of financial integrity in higher education, relevant not just for policymakers but also for students and residents who rely on the university’s integrity and service quality.