Tazacorte City Council's Digital Social Service Management Initiative

Key Dates and Agreements

• February 9, 2026: The Tazacorte City Council officially joined a regional initiative to modernize social service management through a new digital platform.
• November 2024: A broader agreement was signed between Spain's Ministry of Social Rights and the Canary Islands government, aimed at replacing older systems with SEGISS, a more efficient digital tool for social data exchange.

Legal and Privacy Commitments

• The council's commitment was published in the official Canary Islands bulletin on May 28, 2026.
• Tazacorte will handle residents' personal data securely under strict EU privacy rules, including the GDPR.
• Necessary safeguards such as data processing registers and risk assessments will be implemented to protect residents' digital rights.

Benefits and Impact

• Facilitates smoother communication among social service providers.
• Enhances the capacity for local authorities to deliver support efficiently.
• Promises quicker responses and better management of social programs for residents.
• Reflects Spain's ongoing push for digital transformation in public services.