Government Sets Minimum Services During General Strike in Canary Islands
Canary Islands Planned 24-Hour General Strike on October 15, 2025
Overview
The Canary Islands government has announced the minimum services required during a planned 24-hour general strike on October 15, 2025. Organized by several unionsāincluding Sindicato de Comisiones de Base and ConfederaciĆ³n General del Trabajoāthe strike will impact various public sectors across the islands.
Government Measures
To ensure essential functions keep running, the government has designated specific staff and departments, particularly within the Tourism and Employment department, to maintain critical services. This measure follows Spainās legal framework that balances workers' right to strike with the need to uphold public order and key services.
Impact of the Strike
This strike underscores ongoing tensions between workers and authorities over labor rights, potentially disrupting public administration and employment services across the Canary Islands.
- Public workers involved in sectors like employment offices, legal services, and administrative support will face partial or full work restrictions, affecting residents seeking services.
Government's Perspective
The government emphasizes the importance of these restrictions to avoid service gaps, but the strike highlights broader issues about workersā demands and the government's readiness to negotiate.
Advisory for Residents
Itās a reminder to residents to plan for possible delays or disruptions, especially in public administration and employment assistance on the islands.