Housing

Housing access, rents, real estate, tenant protections, and property policy.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Education Minister Defends Pupil Survey on Porn, Sexting and Suicide

Education Minister Ladislau Baró justified surveys assessing primary pupils' exposure to pornography, sexting, adult propositions and suicidal thoughts. He emphasized expert adaptation, parental consent processes and necessity for evidence-based child protection amid digital threats.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 22:15

Andorran Union Leader Slams Government as 'Headless Chicken' Over Wages

Trade union secretary Gabriel Ubach demands immediate salary increases for all workers to address housing costs crippling locals, youth exodus, and lost purchasing power. He blasts the government's erratic labour policies.

Business•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra Sees 20% Drop in Foreign Property Investment Applications Amid Housing Curbs

Government restrictions have triggered a sharp decline in foreign real estate applications in Andorra, as Minister Conxita Marsol highlights transitional effects from 2025 reforms amid debates on market pressures and aid adjustments.

Other•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 06:30

Andorra Ministers Clarify Single Man Slept Two Nights at Parc Central Playground

Andorran officials addressed concerns over rough sleeping at Parc Central playground, confirming a single known resident stayed two nights and received housing support after intervention by security and police.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 21:15

Andorra Ministers Secure Shelter for Homeless Man in Parc Central After Alerts

Andorran officials acted swiftly on police and media reports to house a known homeless individual who spent two nights outdoors in Andorra la Vella's Parc Central. They emphasized legal rights to aid, refusal options, and inter-departmental protocols to prevent repeats.

Business•4 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 20:00

Andorra Launches €21.6M Tender for Affordable Rental Buildings

Andorran government opens tender with €21.6 million from surpluses to buy ready buildings for 150 affordable rental units amid high demand. Borda Nova I transfer adds 44 energy-efficient units.

Other•3 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 13:45

Andorra Police Raid Tourist Flat Suspected of Prostitution, Fine Owner for Registration Failure

Authorities in Andorra la Vella inspected a tourist apartment housing eight women suspected of offering prostitution services but found no evidence of crime. The owner faces a fine for failing to register the extra occupants, highlighting ongoing crackdowns on such activities.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 06:18

Gerard Alís Confirmed as PS Lead Candidate for Andorra's 2027 Elections

The Partit Socialdemòcrata validated lawyer Gerard Alís as its head of government candidate for 2027 after primaries where he emerged as the consensus choice. He vows to tackle housing shortages and youth struggles in Andorra's growing economy.

Business•4 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 06:18

Andorra Opens 14 Affordable Rentals in Repurposed Hotel, Seeks More via €21.6M Tender

Andorra's INH launches applications for 14 subsidised units in Aixovall hotel, while a major tender aims to secure 150 more affordable homes from existing buildings amid housing crisis pressures.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Tenants' Union Launches Civil Disobedience Over Rental Law

Andorra's tenants' rights group vows apartment block protests and solidarity networks after parties DA and CC dismissed its housing protections during Rental Deregulation Law passage. PS slams rental aid cuts hiding crisis scale.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra PS Demands Data on Pupil Mobility Disrupting Schools

Andorra's opposition PS, led by deputy Pere Baró, questions government on rising pupil transfers straining schools amid economic woes. Professionals report disruptions to ratios, monitoring, and staff wellbeing, urging data and resources for stability.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 07:00

Progressistes-SDP Warns of Andorra's Housing Crisis and Social Divide at Assembly

Andorra's Progressistes-SDP party convened its general assembly to address pressing challenges, including a housing crisis and emerging social divides, urging focus on solutions over electoral rhetoric ahead of elections.

Business•4 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 21:46

Andorra Councillor: Public Housing Alone Can't Fix Residential Crisis

Marc Torrent urges combining new public housing with market reforms to tackle Andorra's residential crisis, as building hundreds of flats alone won't suffice amid high costs and foreign investment pressures.

Business•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 23:15

IMF's Georgieva Praises Andorra Reforms in First Visit Since 2020 Accession

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva commended Andorra's economic resilience and reforms during her inaugural visit since its 2020 membership. She stressed EU market access benefits and ongoing collaboration on key challenges.

Business•4 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Launches €21.6M Tender for Affordable Rental Housing Buildings

Government tenders for existing buildings to boost public rental stock from 500 to 650 units by late summer, prioritising central, ready properties amid expanded eligibility.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 06:15

La Seu d’Urgell Mayor Sees Easing Andorra Worker Housing Pressure, Warns of Regional Spread

Housing market strain in La Seu d’Urgell from Andorran workers has eased due to government actions, but rising rents and shortages are spreading to nearby areas, spurring regional policy discussions.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:31

Escaldes-Engordany's Rosa Gili Defends Late Capacity Reports Amid Government Clash

Escaldes-Engordany's cònsol major Rosa Gili blamed an official's oversight for delayed submission of technical reports on infrastructure capacity, criticising the Government for public attacks instead of direct contact and urging focus on national issues like mobility and health.

Business•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 05:30

Andorra's Espot Defends 2010 Economic Opening as Crisis Savior

Andorra's leader Xavier Espot credits the 2010 economic liberalization with driving recovery from deep crisis, spurring growth despite persistent reliance on traditional sectors and housing strains. He outlines diversification pushes and EU talks amid plans to step aside.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 23:30

Andorran Virtus Party to Run Solo in General Elections, No Alliances

Virtus, evolved from a decade-old group, distances itself from Demòcrates and the government, pushing governance reform via participation and addressing demographic pressures straining housing, infrastructure, and services.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra Citizen Advocate Warns of 38.5% Complaints Surge Straining Services

Andorra's Raonador del Ciutadà reports a 38.5% rise in complaints to 424 in 2025, driven by rapid growth outpacing public services in healthcare, education, housing, and mobility. Housing complaints among youth and residents surged 155.5%.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 22:01

Andorra Launches Pilot Hiring 450 Non-EU Workers for Winter Hospitality Shortages

Andorra introduces a pilot program this winter to hire 450 non-EU workers directly for hospitality, tackling seasonal shortages with strict return rules and employer obligations. Business leaders support it, while unions urge fixes for deeper problems.

Business•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 21:30