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Tenerife Lures Young Talent Back Home with Madrid Jobs Fair

Tenerife’s council has launched a new initiative in Madrid aimed at reconnecting with young islanders living away and helping those who wish to return find quality employment. The scheme focuses on booming sectors like biomedicine and aerospace, seeking to reverse the brain drain by matching talent with local businesses. Read how the island is creating a pathway home for its diaspora.

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Tenerife Approves New Public Housing and Education Projects

The island council of Tenerife has approved a major package of investments aimed at improving daily life for residents. This includes 47 new public housing units in Granadilla de Abona and a significant new reading initiative for schools. Read on for full details of the funding and planned projects.

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Foreign Worker Social Security Affiliations Hit Record High

The number of foreign nationals registered with Spain’s Social Security system reached a new historic high in March, with a 5.3% annual increase. Foreign workers now represent 14.4% of all contributors, playing a key role in sectors like hospitality. Read the full analysis of the latest labour market data.

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168 New Social Homes Approved for Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

A major new development of 168 social homes has been provisionally approved for the Casablanca III area of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The project, part of a wider strategy to increase affordable housing, represents an investment of over €32 million. Read more about this significant step to address the housing demand in the island’s capital.

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Telde Exempts Classic Cars Over 25 Years Old from Tax

The council in Telde, Gran Canaria, has announced that vehicles aged 25 years or older are exempt from paying road tax in 2026. The measure, affecting over 13,500 vehicles, is applied automatically. Read the full details on the payment schedule and how to claim a refund if billed in error.

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Tenerife Plans New Aerospace Data Degree to Boost Jobs

Tenerife’s island council and La Laguna University are exploring the creation of a new degree in aerospace data management. The move aims to generate highly skilled employment within one of the Canary Islands’ most promising strategic sectors. The announcement was made ahead of the third International Aerospace Congress of the Canaries, to be held in December.

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Housing Crisis Forces Young Canarians into Constant Moves

A severe housing crisis in the Canary Islands is forcing a generation of young people into a relentless cycle of moving home. Soaring rents, excessive deposits, and fierce competition mean many are moving multiple times within just a few years, with over 240 moves recorded daily between municipalities. Read the full article to understand the personal stories behind the startling statistics.

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Canary Islands Become Spain’s Third Luxury Property Hotspot

The Canary Islands have cemented their status as a premier luxury property destination, ranking as Spain’s third most important market. Driven by high-spending foreign buyers, a favourable climate, and comparatively lower prices than other European hotspots, the archipelago’s high-end sector continues to grow. Read the full analysis of the factors powering this premium market.

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From Potaje to Prepared Meals: How Canarian Diets Are Changing

The shopping basket in the Canary Islands is evolving, blending timeless staples like gofio and bananas with international ready meals. As lifestyles become busier, supermarkets are adapting to demand for both quick, healthy options and global flavours. This article explores the generational shift in island eating habits.

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Canary Islands Risk Losing €204m in EU Funds

The management of European funds in the Canary Islands has entered a critical phase, with over €200 million at risk of being lost. Key government departments are under pressure to avoid returning the money, which was intended for economic transformation. Read the full analysis of which sectors are most affected.

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