Tenerife Weekly
  • Home
  • About
  • El Diario
  • Diario de Avisos
  • El Dia
  • Europa Press
  • La Laguna
  • El Digital Sur
  • Atlantico
  • Press Releases
  • Essentials
  • Blog
  • Contact
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • About
  • El Diario
  • Diario de Avisos
  • El Dia
  • Europa Press
  • La Laguna
  • El Digital Sur
  • Atlantico
  • Press Releases
  • Essentials
  • Blog
  • Contact
No Result
View All Result
Tenerife Weekly
No Result
View All Result
Home El Dia

The Commonwealth of the North disappears after a decade of agony

December 22, 2021
in El Dia
Reading Time: 3 mins read
0
The Commonwealth of the North disappears after a decade of agony
3
SHARES
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter


The Commonwealth of the North of Tenerife is already history. Political differences –which come from far back– and the defaults of the member municipalities led to the failure of this association of Tenerife municipalities created in 1993 to share services and rationalize economic resources for the benefit of neighbors. The death of the largest union of consistories in the history of Tenerife has been slow and agonizing. Its final dissolution was expected in 2011 but it did not take place until this Monday. The extraordinary session held in Icod de los Vinos approved the definitive termination as a conclusion to a liquidation process that began in 2010.

First, it was necessary to cancel the debts contracted with other public or private entities, valued at 13 million euros in 2010. Un total of 13 municipalities were part of this Commonwealth: Buenavista del Norte, El Tanque, Garachico, Los Silos, La Victoria de Acentejo, El Rosario, La Guancha, Puerto de la Cruz, Los Realejos, Santa Úrsula, La Matanza de Acentejo, Tacoronte and Icod de los Vinos. The 190,000 residents of these towns lose an instrument that, had it been used by the different municipal governments throughout their history, would have improved their quality of life and saved public money.

Northern municipalities lose an instrument to share services and save expenses


decoration

The promoters of the Commonwealth of the North have always regretted that the quibbles between political parties and the lack of high-mindedness have ended with an instrument of municipal associations that can give many advantages. The idea of ​​pooling services between neighboring municipalities to save costs has not been enough to settle the differences between some political formations and others. To this are added the systematic non-compliance by municipalities, that in theory defended the good intentions of the Commonwealth but in practice caused its ruin.

Certify the end

This local vision had already condemned the Commonwealth to extinction for many years. The only thing that was done on Monday was to certify his final death after a decade in a coma. This supra-municipal entity trained more than 70,000 people over 17 years, created hundreds of temporary jobs and managed tens of millions of euros for projects financed mainly by the European Union. At its best, the Commonwealth had more than 15 simultaneous projects and services underway. This association made it possible for many northern municipalities to access EU projects and funding destined to populations of more than 50,000 and 100,000 inhabitants.

The Commonwealth was born in 1993, attracted significant European investment and created a lot of employment


decoration

Created in 1993 with the purpose of creating a comprehensive local development strategy, among the services and works that the Mancomunidad del Norte launched, the joint promotion of the acquisition of goods as a means of saving expenses, support and promotion also stands out. of works that by their nature were difficult to achieve by a single council or the realization of cultural, sports, social or environmental services through exemplary initiatives. It had 653 employees on its payroll in one of its heyday, in 2003. It also put into operation a plan for computer literacy for the population throughout the island and even joint management of press offices. A large part of the personnel that was hired by the Commonwealth today is employed in different public administrations.

The ultimate extinction

In an extraordinary session held on October 27, 2021, the Board has already approved, on a provisional basis, the definitive liquidation of the Mancomunidad del Norte de Tenerife, determining the definitive extinction of the aforementioned supramunicipal entity and submitting the agreement to public exposure. Finally on Monday the liquidation of the Commonwealth and its total extinction was approved, with a definitive character.



Source link

Related Posts

Tenerife to spearhead energy sovereignty in the Canaries through geothermal power.
El Dia

Tenerife to spearhead energy sovereignty in the Canaries through geothermal power.

July 10, 2025
Forensic experts confirm that the victim of the axe attack in Tenerife “only sustained minor injuries”
El Dia

Forensic experts confirm that the victim of the axe attack in Tenerife “only sustained minor injuries”

July 9, 2025
70% of the Government Agreement Has Already Been Fulfilled
El Dia

70% of the Government Agreement Has Already Been Fulfilled

July 9, 2025
No Result
View All Result

Click Image to Join Community

Tenerife Forum Community

Previous News

Neighbors warn of the risk of falling rubble from the Iders building

Neighbors warn of the risk of falling rubble from the Iders building

4 years ago
The fire penetrates more than 1,000 hectares of the Teide National Park and leaves irreparable damage to the broom

The fire penetrates more than 1,000 hectares of the Teide National Park and leaves irreparable damage to the broom

2 years ago
Over 150 Civil Guards to Safeguard Patron Saint Festivities in Canary Islands

Over 150 Civil Guards to Safeguard Patron Saint Festivities in Canary Islands

11 months ago
The Global Mercy ship will return to the port of Granadilla in July to complete its provision as a hospital

The Global Mercy ship will return to the port of Granadilla in July to complete its provision as a hospital

3 years ago
The PP postulates itself as the “only useful alternative” to govern Tenerife

The PP postulates itself as the “only useful alternative” to govern Tenerife

3 years ago
Tenerife President Visits Porto to Explore Innovative Railway Solutions

Tenerife President Visits Porto to Explore Innovative Railway Solutions

5 months ago
No Result
View All Result

News Highlights

Tenerife to spearhead energy sovereignty in the Canaries through geothermal power.

Alliance between Canary Islands and Moroccan universities to investigate common challenges

A Estate, A Saint, and A Pilgrimage (I). By Julio Torres Santos

Orquestados Barrios Averts Closure Thanks to a Crowdfunding Campaign

Siam Mall Reopens After Being Evacuated Due to Fire

La Laguna launches tourist routes to explore the municipality through heritage, sustainability, and community engagement.

Trending News

The Mirage of Business Growth in the Canaries: Have As Many Emerged as the Figures Suggest?
Atlantico

The Mirage of Business Growth in the Canaries: Have As Many Emerged as the Figures Suggest?

by Admin
July 10, 2025
0

The creation of businesses in the Canary Islands surged by 37.5% in May, according to the National...

Dormitorum presents Ceci Wallace as its candidate for the Queen of Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival.

Dormitorum presents Ceci Wallace as its candidate for the Queen of Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival.

July 10, 2025
United We Can Requests Information About a Possible Spill in Jover

United We Can Requests Information About a Possible Spill in Jover

July 10, 2025
Tenerife to spearhead energy sovereignty in the Canaries through geothermal power.

Tenerife to spearhead energy sovereignty in the Canaries through geothermal power.

July 10, 2025
Alliance between Canary Islands and Moroccan universities to investigate common challenges

Alliance between Canary Islands and Moroccan universities to investigate common challenges

July 10, 2025
Tenerife Weekly

© 2025 Tenerife Weekly

Navigate Site

  • Tenerife Forum
  • Tenerife Travel Shop
  • Ask Tenerife
  • Guide
  • Adobe
  • Linkedin
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • About
  • El Diario
  • Diario de Avisos
  • El Dia
  • Europa Press
  • La Laguna
  • El Digital Sur
  • Atlantico
  • Press Releases
  • Essentials
  • Blog
  • Contact

© 2025 Tenerife Weekly