The general election has been set for 29 November, with postal voting open to more than two million Canary Islanders. Applications close on 19 November, while completed ballots can be posted until 26 November.
Postal voting opens for Canary Islands election Read More »
Medical unions CESM and SEMCA have called an indefinite strike across the Canary Islands Health Service from 16 October, accusing the Health Ministry of failing to address their 18 demands. Around 8,000 doctors, including residents, are called to strike, with 80% backing the action.
Canary Islands doctors announce indefinite strike from 16 October Read More »
The Canary Islands government has called on Madrid to guarantee free public transport in 2027 through a pending decree that must be approved by the Permanent Deputation following the election call. Without it, the 100% discount for regular travellers could lapse after 29 November.
Canary Islands free transport for 2027 hangs in the balance Read More »
The Canary Islands have sweltered through their hottest September since records began in 1961, with an average temperature of 24.4°C — a full 2.6°C above the reference average. Rainfall, meanwhile, was close to normal, making it the 30th driest September in more than six decades.
Canary Islands record hottest September since 1961 Read More »
The Canary Islands is pitching its aerospace sector to global industry leaders at the 77th International Astronautical Congress in Belek, Turkey. The delegation has held talks with more than 15 companies and institutions, highlighting the islands’ climate, strategic location, scientific capacity and tax incentives.
Canary Islands courts aerospace investment at IAC 2026 Read More »
Owners affected by the Canary Islands tourist law are calling for a parliamentary debate on a PSOE proposal to protect residents in tourist areas. The PALT platform supports the bill, arguing it is essential to distinguish legally between homes and tourist establishments. They warn that current legislation amounts to disguised expropriation of residential use.
Tourist law affected owners demand parliamentary debate in Canary Islands Read More »
Wednesday brings variable cloud, occasional light showers in the mountains and a slight dip in temperatures across the Canary Islands. Northeast winds will pick up in the midlands by the afternoon, with rougher seas on exposed coasts.
Wednesday: scattered showers and cooler air Read More »
The president of the Canary Islands Federation of Municipalities has told the regional parliament that housing is the main driver of child poverty across the islands, with rents reaching 600 euros per room in some non-capital towns. She is calling for rent price caps, more public housing, and psychological support for young people and social workers.
Canary Islands: Housing crisis drives child poverty Read More »
October has arrived in the Canary Islands with rain affecting all islands, especially Tenerife, La Palma, El Hierro and Gran Canaria. Showers, occasional storms and light calima are forecast to spread across the archipelago as the week progresses.
Canary Islands braced for rain and storms this week Read More »
The Canary Islands government has declared a rain pre-alert for five islands, with intense downpours and possible thunderstorms forecast. Gran Canaria could see up to 40mm of rain in 12 hours as tropical humidity fuels the wet weather.
Rain pre-alert issued for five Canary Islands Read More »
