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Parliament of the Canary Islands Extends Collaboration with the Accounts Tribunal

Published: September 18, 2025|justice-and-safety|Gobierno de Canarias

Canary Islands Parliament Approves Extension and Modification of Collaboration Agreement with Court of Auditors

Overview

The Canary Islands Parliament has officially approved an extension and modification of its collaboration agreement with the Canary Islands Court of Auditors.

Key Details

  • Originally signed in 2021.
  • The agreement grants the Court administrative powers related to contract resources.
  • It previously lacked a dedicated tribunal for resolving contractual disputes.
  • The Parliament’s board authorized a four-year extension, now running until September 2029.
  • This extension allows the agreement to remain active during this period.

Significance

This move reinforces the working relationship between the legislative and auditing bodies, streamlining oversight and accountability.

It also corrects a previous clerical error regarding the Court’s jurisdiction, clarifying its independence and role within the regional autonomous framework.

Benefits for Residents

"This extension means more consistent oversight of public contracts and spending, which boosts transparency."

It underlines ongoing efforts by regional authorities to strengthen institutional collaborations, aiming to better serve the public interest in the Canary Islands.