Canary Islands News

The constitutional right to adequate housing is becoming a distant mirage for many in the Canary Islands. Soaring prices, market speculation, and a critical lack of supply are pushing thousands into residential exclusion and poverty. Discover the human stories behind the crisis and why experts warn it is now the greatest bottleneck to social integration in the archipelago.

The Parliament of the Canary Islands has passed a motion urging a 75% discount on airport parking fees for residents. The proposal prioritises those travelling for medical care, work, study, or from low-income families. The move comes amid widespread criticism of Aena’s parking charges, described by MPs as a “brutal” and “obligatory toll”.

The future of a planned 2.7% pension increase for over 418,000 retirees in the Canary Islands is uncertain after Congress rejected the government’s omnibus decree. The government must now act swiftly to pass a new bill to prevent February payments from reverting to last year’s rates. The political stalemate mirrors an identical situation that occurred just one year ago.

A major new study shows residents of the Canary Islands aged 55-75 feel youthful, valued, and independent, yet give their mental health a failing grade. Community leaders warn of a loneliness epidemic, criticising inadequate public support and calling for urgent action on emotional wellbeing.

The Canary Islands Special Zone (ZEC) is booming, growing five times faster than the archipelago’s overall economy. With record turnover, profits, and the creation of nearly 1,500 new jobs in 2025, the ZEC is becoming a major hub for high-value international businesses. Read how this special economic zone is transforming the Canaries’ business landscape.