Güímar City's Adoption of SEGISS Digital Platform

Overview

On April 21, 2025, the Güímar City Council formally agreed to participate in a new digital platform designed to improve social services in the Canary Islands. This platform, called SEGISS, replaces the older SIUSS system and streamlines data sharing between local authorities and the regional government.

The move aims to:

• Enhance the efficiency and transparency of social welfare programs
• Enable better coordination and information exchange

Broader Context and Significance

The agreement was part of a broader initiative signed in November 2024 between:

• The national Ministry of Social Rights
• The Canary Islands government

Güímar's participation was ratified through a formal addendum.

Data Privacy and Security

Officials emphasized that the city would be responsible for handling personal data securely, in compliance with:

• EU privacy laws
• Spanish privacy laws