Canary Islands Workers Protest: Demands for Better Wages and Working Conditions

Canary Islands Commerce Workers Protest Low Wages, Poor Working Conditions Las Palmas, Canary Islands – On May 27th, 2025, employees from the Canary Islands commerce sector staged a protest to highlight their concerns about low wages and excessive workloads. The demonstration, organized by the UGT union, involved a large number of workers who marched through the streets of Las Palmas, carrying banners and chanting slogans. One worker interviewed stated, "We're tired of earning only the minimum wage despite our responsibilities." Business owners countered that online commerce has impacted their profitability. The protest underscores the ongoing struggle for better working conditions and fair compensation in the region. The UGT union has warned of further action if negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement remain stalled.