Bici Lab Andorra organizes the second edition, featuring a challenging uphill course ending at Rec del Solà. Includes family activities, exhibitors, and a street party with awards.
Six projects across Andorra receive funding for site rehabilitation, roof repairs, and movable heritage restoration, aligning with national preservation policies.
Andorra's public health service and university have agreed to jointly manage a molecular biology lab built during the pandemic. This optimises resources for research in epidemiology, ageing, and health promotion while keeping it ready for crises.
Andorra's job market strengthened as registered unemployment hit 218 by June's end, reflecting sharp declines from prior month and year. Job offers dipped slightly amid rising independent placements.
Andorra's parliamentary delegation actively promoted balanced global cooperation at the 51st APF plenary session in Yaoundé, Cameroon. They engaged in debates on political affairs, women's leadership, education, and youth resolutions while meeting Cameroonian officials.
Ester Molné's draft law allows lawyers to reject baseless claims in the duty system, saving taxpayer money. It also modernizes CSJ staffing, budgets, and procedures to enhance judicial efficiency.
The Rexcatering project in Andorra la Vella redistributed nearly nine rations daily from the Calones canteen. Councillor Maria Nazzaro praised it for promoting responsible consumption and repurposing safe surplus food through a Congress Centre vending machine.
The event featured sold-out performances by top artists and drew international crowds from Portugal, Poland, and the UK. Officials hailed robust ticket sales and a burgeoning jazz scene in the parish.
Andorra Recerca + Innovació hosted workshops at four staffed refuges to encourage reflection on environmental fragility and responsible mountain use. Sessions featured local products, audiovisual experiences, and literature tied to the Pyrenees.
The Ministry of Culture initiative captures parish anecdotes and expressions through prominent locals and students. It coincides with a new book on historical Andorran speech, both backed by government grants.
Alcohol leads addictions but cocaine cases exploded from 15 in 2025 to 32 in first half of 2026. Women drive demand, prompting targeted programs like a second women-only group and relapse prevention.
The festival doubles in length from its debut, offering workshops, games, shows and concerts to promote cultural access for kids and community bonding in public spaces.
Andorran officials assess viability of new Paris connection amid challenges, favoring Air Nostrum after five years on Madrid and Palma routes. Updates expected soon post-roundtable.
Inquiry volume has tripled since 2020, with 70% focusing on public housing, rents, grants, and leases. Professionals increasingly seek INH guidance amid rising inflation-linked rent hikes and new regulations.
Inquiries about public housing, rent adjustments, and subsidies dominated, capturing 70% of total. Peaks tied to inflation updates and new laws signal rising demand for guidance amid regulatory shifts.
Andorra's trade data reveals robust import growth driven by construction materials, jewellery, and transport equipment, despite declines in electronics and fuel. Exports also increased modestly amid mixed category performances.
The increase covers central administration, courts, and agencies, representing 5.9% of public liquidity and 1.8% of GDP. Police services top allocations at 39.3 million euros amid rises in personnel and investment costs.
Andorra's trade showed solid growth in the first half of 2026, with imports boosted by transport, energy, and pharmaceuticals, while exports advanced led by transport and jewellery despite some category declines.
Social Democrats seek to reform Andorra's Penal Code via reserve amendment, permitting abortions up to 14 weeks and limited later cases, arguing it upholds women's dignity and matches European norms on reproductive rights.
Cristina Rico resigned as president of Liberals d'Andorra after three years, making way for a new personal project incompatible with her leadership role. Víctor Pintos steps in as interim president until a party congress.
Frédéric Rose, newly appointed French co-prince representative, engaged with Andorran officials across government, church, parliament, and academia. Meetings emphasized strengthening bilateral relations and shared priorities like education and security.
The proposal addresses merchant concerns in Escaldes-Engordany over covered faces eroding trust and security in commerce and tourism hubs. It balances freedoms with public safety and women's rights, prompting calls for evidence-based debate.
Diverse citizens without political ties convened at the government's building to discuss key societal issues. Officials praised the initiative as a vital channel for direct public input into policy.
The Andorran government partners with FEDA to upgrade the Santuary of Our Lady of Meritxell's outdated lighting system using LED technology. The €89,000 initiative prioritises sustainability and heritage preservation amid the site's 50th anniversary.
The 14th Pyrenean Iron Fair in Alins showcases Andorra's Ossa festival among UNESCO-recognized traditions from Catalan and Pyrenean areas. Events include a theatrical presentation and roundtable on UNESCO's influence this weekend.
Escaldes-Engordany's application to join the European Historic Thermal Towns Association received a favorable initial assessment from the scientific committee chair following a tour of key thermal sites.
An Austrian expert's on-site visit highlights the parish's rich thermal history embedded in modern life, paving the way for potential membership in the Council of Europe-backed association.
Residents can submit designs evoking natural beauty, crafts, and mountain life for a barn mural. The €3,000 commission goes to the top entry selected by jury and public vote, turning a passage spot into a heritage landmark.
Nacho Quintana, a versatile 25-year-old midfielder with strong goal-scoring record, bolsters FC Andorra's squad as their sixth summer addition. The deal adds creativity and mobility to the midfield ahead of the new campaign.
The club mutually terminated Okoye's contract with one year left, thanking him for his dedication. This follows five other exits as MoraBanc targets NCAA standout James Akinjo to bolster the backcourt.
The new jersey introduces subtle refinements like red sleeve details and revived yellow trim, honoring the club's heritage. Youth players modeled it at Encamp landmarks, with sales starting tomorrow.
The club mutually ended Okoye's contract with one year remaining, thanking him for his contributions. Sporting director now pursues ex-G League guard Akinjo to bolster the backcourt ahead of next season.
Young European talents compete in Encamp's beach volleyball courts beside La Mola pool. Local Andorran pairs, optimistic after recent successes, aim to shine in the continental youth events.
Free public transport and infrastructure upgrades drove the decline, officials say. A new law and cross-border tram project aim to sustain gains in sustainable mobility.
A Spanish-registered family saloon flipped onto its roof after colliding with another vehicle near Carrer dels Paraires. Police diverted traffic amid delays, with firefighters and ambulances responding swiftly. Investigation ongoing with no injuries reported.
The vertiport at Andorra–La Seu d'Urgell Airport will support air taxis and cargo drones as part of an EU-funded cross-border mobility project. Airport activity surges with full hangars and expansion plans amid push for new routes.
A new free tourist bus connects key Canillo sites daily through summer, charging €1 from July 16, while evening tours offer dusk views of Pont Tibetà bridge with dinner for €45.
Severe congestion returned to La Massana on Wednesday as stabilisation works closed the Anyós road near Balmoral, restricting heavy vehicles and forcing diversions via CG-3 and L'Aldosa amid peak hours.
The new unit at Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital enables local treatments like pacemaker implants and stents, reducing need for travel to Spain or France and marking a major step in healthcare independence.
Government data reveals serious incidents at the centre for residents with intellectual disabilities required emergency response or containment. All managed via safety protocols, with adequate staffing and high family approval ratings confirmed by audits.
Andorra's Albó residential centre managed 124 serious behavioural and safety incidents over three years using protocols prioritising safety, with staffing above standards and high family satisfaction despite minor complaints.
Projecte Vida's year-long drive uses posters to humanise addiction, reduce prejudice, and encourage timely support access in Andorra's close-knit society.
Spain's Madrid Provincial Court has rejected appeals, allowing Getafe's investigation into two former health officials for possible administrative misconduct linked to an elderly woman's death during the first Covid-19 wave.
A General Council group demands government action to install cooling in schools as climate-driven heatwaves push temperatures over 30°C, threatening student health, focus, and learning amid rising episodes.
Upgrades include energy-efficient heating, reconfigured interiors, and reduced emissions to enable pilot winter operations at the high-altitude site in Parc Natural Comunal de les Valls del Comapedrosa.
Andorra's National Meteorological Service reports a very hot, dry June with prolonged high temperatures, scarce rain, and extreme weather events like tropical nights and gusty winds.
The Andorran government invested over €1.12 million to modernize the 48-person Comapedrosa refuge in the Comapedrosa Natural Park. Upgrades focus on sustainability features like pellet heating, photovoltaics, and improved water systems, enabling potential year-round access for hikers and skiers.
A second heatwave brings 6-7°C above-normal temperatures starting now, prompting Protecció Civil to activate teams and launch awareness campaigns focused on prevention for residents and vulnerable populations.
The reforms classify absenteeism by severity, clarify intervention timelines, and emphasize prevention. A new disability support model replaces 2008 rules, prioritizing universal design and school-based needs assessment.
A 30-year-old man faces custody after police responded to a family home where he attacked his parents following relationship troubles and alcohol consumption.
Authorities detained suspects across parishes for assaults, high alcohol levels causing crashes, and order violations during routine checks and responses to disturbances.
The registry saw 1,805 new additions, driven by a 36.3% surge in cat registrations due to improved database for tracking street colonies. Andorra la Vella leads with over 3,500 animals.
Quick action by firefighters prevented spread from a chimney blaze at a busy Encamp eatery, ensuring no harm to customers or structure during peak hours.