Cabildo plenary approves €183 million budget

“A budget designed for caring for people, strengthening public services and continuing the island’s modernization,” says President Lola García.

The Cabildo of approved the 2026 general budget, amounting to €183,046,000—an increase of more than €13 million (8 %) compared with the previous year. President García highlighted that the plan is centred on people‑focused services, reinforced public amenities and continued modernization of the island.

Budget Overview

• The budget was endorsed by the majority of the plenary, allowing the institution to pursue its welfare agenda with clear direction, planning and management.
• President García described it as “a budget that speaks of priorities, decisions and commitment to this island.”

Key Priorities

The 2026 agenda emphasizes:

• Care for residents
• Investment in basic infrastructure
• Promotion of sport, youth initiatives and mobility

“This is a budget that strengthens the social sector and puts the accounts at the service of people, while also betting on the modernization of our infrastructures,” said Nuria Cabrera, Councilor of Finance.

Social Policies

• Almost €30 million allocated to social policies, including:
  • Over €15 million for social programmes, care for dependent persons, equality and inclusion.
  • Significant funding for the Residencia Sociosanitaria de Mayores de Gran Tarajal.
  • Ongoing support for the third sector.

Infrastructure and Services

• Basic infrastructure: €43 million total, with €9.6 million earmarked for roads and additional funds for municipal and sectoral projects.
• Municipal cooperation plans: €19 million dedicated to housing‑related works such as urbanisation, sanitation, water networks, access routes and basic services.
• Water supply: €37 million to improve island‑wide water provision.
• Waste management: €7.42 million to modernise processes, enhance sorting, upgrade facilities and support municipal management.
• Sustainable mobility: Over €13 million to boost safety and accessibility of public transport, maintaining 100 % free bus service for residents.

Youth, Education and Culture

• Youth and educational projects: €6.6 million to foster young talent, community integration and participation.
• Cultural programming: €5.4 million for decentralized cultural activities across the island.
• Sports development: €4.1 million for grassroots and native sports, including modernisation of sports facilities.

Economic Support

• Scholarships and family aid: €4.2 million for educational and youth assistance.
• Business and commerce support: €2.1 million directed to the island’s entrepreneurial fabric.
• Culture and economic promotion: €12.48 million allocated to integrated support in these areas.
• Primary sector: More than €5 million to reinforce agriculture and related activities.

Representing the PSOE group, Marlene Figueroa noted that “the 2026 budget responds to social demands, supports the island’s productive fabric and drives policies in housing, mobility and basic infrastructure, creating opportunities for both the present and the future.”

The approved budget reflects a comprehensive strategy to enhance social welfare, modernise infrastructure, promote sustainable mobility, and invest in the island’s youth, culture and economy.