Canary Islands Government Ends VII Social Concertation Board and Plans New Phase

The Canary Islands government has officially closed the VII Social Concertation Board, marking the end of a series of social and economic negotiations that began in 2021. This process saw the signing of several key agreements, including strategies to support:

• Active employment
• Gender equality
• Health and safety
• Dual vocational training
• Administrative simplification

Now, the government plans to launch a new VIII Social Concertation Mesa to foster better labor relations, competitiveness, and employment creation, emphasizing collaboration between authorities, unions, and business groups.

Focus on Administrative Simplification

A major focus of the new phase involves simplifying administrative procedures to boost economic growth. Experts highlight that:

"Outdated, overly complex processes hinder business development and public service efficiency."

The government aims to streamline procedures by:

• Reducing paperwork
• Digitizing processes
• Eliminating unnecessary steps

This is intended to make it easier for citizens and companies to interact with public administrations.

Creation of Observation Committee

Within this effort, the creation of an Observation Committee on Administrative Simplification is proposed to monitor and suggest improvements.

Vision and Goals

The overall vision stresses the need for:

• Digital transformation
• Clearer regulations
• Participatory decision-making

While ensuring:

• Security
• Transparency
• Legal certainty

These steps aim to make the public sector more agile, attract investment, and facilitate economic recovery.

Benefits for Expats and Residents

For expats and residents, these reforms promise:

• Less bureaucratic red tape
• Faster services
• Better communication with authorities

Making daily administrative tasks more manageable and fostering a more dynamic local economy.