Canary Islands Government Appoints New Members to Economic and Social Council

Background

On June 30, 2025, the Canary Islands government announced new appointments to the region's Economic and Social Council, a key body that guides economic and social policy. The move follows official legal procedures and comes after a proposal from the local branch of the major union, Comisiones Obreras Canarias.

Appointments

• María Vanessa Frahija Betancor appointed as a full member
• José Ramón Barroso Arteaga appointed as her alternate

These appointments represent the most influential trade union in the Canary Islands.

Objectives

• Strengthen worker representation in regional policymaking
• Reflect the government’s commitment to involving social actors in economic decisions

Significance

This development matters for residents because it impacts how economic and social issues are discussed and addressed locally. Better union representation could influence policies affecting:

• Jobs
• Wages
• Social welfare

It also highlights ongoing collaboration between public authorities and workers' organizations, crucial for fostering social dialogue in Spain's diverse regions.

1he appointments aim to strengthen worker representation in regional policymaking, reflecting the governments commitment to involving social actors in economic decisions."