Valsequillo de Gran Canaria Joins Regional Police Recruitment Cooperation

Overview

The Municipality of Valsequillo de Gran Canaria has officially joined a regional cooperation agreement that streamlines police recruitment processes across the Canary Islands. Signed on June 5, 2025, the adenda (amendment) delegates the municipality's authority to select local police officers to the regional government, aiming to boost efficiency and transparency.

Purpose and Goals

• Aligns with a broader effort to unify and simplify police hiring
• Ensures clear procedures and equal opportunities for candidates
• Signifies Valsequillo's commitment to transparency

  The adenda must be published in the Official Bulletin of the Canary Islands, making the delegation public and accountable.

Decision and Implementation

• Made during a regular council meeting in June
• The mayor confirmed the municipality's willingness to adhere to all terms of the cooperation agreement
• Delegating these powers aims to:
  • Streamline police recruitment
  • Manage vacancies more effectively
  • Ensure a transparent process

Benefits and Impacts

• For residents:
  • Quicker, more transparent police hiring process
  • Efficiently introduce qualified officers into the community
  • Maintain clear standards
• The move reflects ongoing efforts across the Canary Islands to modernize public administration and promote regional cooperation in sectors like public safety.