Spain has launched a program to relocate underage asylum seekers from the Canary Islands to the mainland. The first ten children have already been transferred to specially equipped centers, where they will receive the necessary support and integration assistance.
The decision to transfer them is due to significant overcrowding in temporary accommodation centers on the Canary Islands. Authorities note that the flow of minors arriving on the archipelago continues to grow, posing additional challenges for local services and infrastructure.
The relocation is organized in close cooperation between the central government and the Canary Islands administration. The operation follows a pre-arranged plan to ensure the safety and rights of the children at every stage. All minors are accompanied by specialists and receive necessary information about the next steps.
Before leaving for the mainland, each child takes part in an individual interview to confirm their consent to the move and explain the new life stage. Authorities emphasize that the main priority is the interest and well-being of each minor, along with strict adherence to all legal and ethical standards.
The relocation program will continue in the coming weeks. New groups of children are expected to be sent to the mainland each week, gradually easing the burden on Canarian centers and improving conditions for everyone involved.
Government officials emphasize that the relocation is being carried out carefully, without haste or improvisation. All actions are coordinated among agencies to provide maximum protection and support to children in difficult life situations. Special attention is given to the anonymity and safety of minors, allowing them to adapt smoothly to their new environment.
Regular relocations are expected to become part of a long-term strategy aimed at distributing the burden among Spain’s regions and building a more sustainable support system for underage asylum seekers.
