The city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria the enforcement phase of the new cleanliness ordinance begins on 27 August 2026 with the repair of the three natural pools at Playa de La Laja. According to the Concejalía de Ciudad de Mar the measure involves dredging, cleaning and sanitising the pools to remove deposited sediment and accumulated sand. Areas where pumps and machinery are operating will be temporarily closed and appropriately marked.
The process is planned in two stages: on Thursday 27 August 2026, the city will begin installing barriers and safety signs and bringing in equipment. The actual excavation is due to begin, weather and tides permitting, on Friday 28 August 2026, in the northernmost of the three pools. The schedule is subject to sea conditions; the Ayuntamiento de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has set a maximum completion period of one month and aims to finish within two to three weeks.
The works were awarded on 31 July 2026 for €130,177.57 to Bluematt Ingeniería Subacuática SL According to the city council, the sediment is to be removed by pump. The material is to remain within the system and then be spread at the northern end of the beach area. The pools affected at each stage will remain closed while the pumps and machinery are operating; closures will be adjusted as the works progress.
The intervention focuses on the three interconnected pools of the natural swimming area (piscinas naturales) and aims to improve usability and hygiene standards during the bathing season. It is part of ongoing maintenance and improvement work along the coastal areas of Cono Sur in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The administration cites the completion of the tender process and the contractor’s work schedule as reasons for the timing; interruptions due to unfavourable sea and tidal conditions are possible.
For users of Playa de La Laja, this means temporary restrictions at the pools. The city says the area will be secured and signposted throughout, and access will be reopened once work is complete in each area. The Concejalía de Ciudad de Mar will communicate any specific changes to the plan depending on the weather and wave forecast.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).