The Canary Islands government is set to introduce a pioneering fee for wastewater discharges into the sea, ending the era of free dumping. The new regulation, currently under public consultation, aims to protect marine ecosystems and create a financial incentive for polluters to reduce their environmental impact.
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Two wines have been jointly crowned Best Wine of the Canary Islands 2026 at the official Agrocanarias competition. A total of 71 awards were handed out across ten protected designations of origin, including a new category for the best vermouth.
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A cooler and cloudier day is expected across the Canary Islands on Friday, with low cloud cover dominating the north of all islands. Isolated light drizzle is possible, especially on Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and Lanzarote. Strong winds persist, with gusts exceeding 70 km/h in exposed areas, and the Atlantic remains rough, with waves over 2.5 metres.
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Spain’s competition watchdog, the CNMC, has published a report recommending that Aena reduce its airport fees by 0.59% annually for the next five years, directly contradicting the state-owned operator’s plan for a 3.82% increase. The non-binding report gives new ammunition to the Canary Islands government, which has been fiercely opposing the proposed hike on the grounds that it unfairly penalises the archipelago’s remote residents.
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Thursday brings strong trade winds gusting up to 80 km/h across mountain peaks and exposed coasts. Northern slopes will see low clouds in the morning before clearing, while the south stays sunny. The Atlantic remains rough with waves over 2.5 metres in northern waters and channels.
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The PSOE has urged the Canary Islands government to rethink its tax policy after 2025 revenue hit €3.88bn, nearly 6% more than 2024. The Socialist party criticised a surge in consumption taxes and a collapse in inheritance tax income, while the regional government defended its record and called for flexibility on spending rules.
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The Canary Islands Tourism board has launched a new campaign, ‘Orgullosamente Turisla’, to encourage residents to holiday at home this summer. Last year, this internal tourism generated 137 million euros in revenue. The initiative highlights the pride locals take in exploring and caring for their own archipelago.
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Jonay Hernández and Joana Pérez have spent years exploring the Canary Islands through food. Now, the creators of Guachinches Modernos have partnered with local company Guachinerfe to launch their own avocado mojo, a creamy twist on a traditional sauce that is already flying off the shelves.
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The president of the association representing victims of the Spanair flight JK5022 disaster has expressed horror at solar panels installed around the crash memorial. She warns they could electrocute survivors and hinder emergency services if another accident were to occur at the same location.
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Tourist numbers to the Canary Islands dropped by 8.3% in April 2026 compared to last year, marking the first significant fall in seven years. The decline, driven by a shrinking German market and geopolitical tensions, also saw tourist spending fall by 6.8%, raising concerns for the local economy.
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