The Canary Islands are facing a critical situation as the influx of unaccompanied migrant minors overwhelms local reception services.

President Fernando Clavijo has declared a state of emergency, highlighting the urgent need for a national plan to distribute these minors across Spain.

A proposed reform of the Immigration Law, aimed at mandating this distribution, is set to be voted on in Congress.

However, the Popular Party (PP) has announced its opposition, insisting that their six conditions must be met for support, including a national emergency declaration and increased funding for local governments.

With the PP and Junts likely to vote against the proposal, the government faces a significant challenge in passing this crucial legislation, which is essential for the welfare of nearly 6,000 minors currently in the islands.