Canary Islands Judicial Training Cooperation Agreement (2025)

Overview

The Canary Islands government announced the publication of a cooperation agreement with Spain's General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) for judicial training initiatives in 2025. This agreement enhances ongoing collaboration aimed at providing specialized training and professional development for judges and magistrates serving in the autonomous community.

The pact details joint activities such as seminars, conferences, and studies focused on:

• local legal issues
• EU law
• fundamental rights

Topics especially relevant to residents and the judicial community in the Canary Islands.

Financial Aspects

• The initiative is allocated a budget of up to 29,000 euros.
• The budget is split evenly between the CGPJ and the Canary Islands government.
• The CGPJ covers a maximum of 19,000 euros.

Implementation and Oversight

• A monitoring committee is established to oversee the implementation.
• The committee ensures that training activities are effectively organized and financed.

Goals and Impact

• Strengthen judicial expertise.
• Reflect the importance of local legal specializations in a region with unique social and cultural traits.

Transparency and Public Access

The publication and registration of this agreement promote transparency and public access to governmental efforts in judicial development.

This initiative directly impacts the local justice system and ensures judges stay updated on pertinent legal advancements and societal challenges in the Canary Islands.