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Consell de Ministres
The Consell de Ministres is Andorra's Council of Ministers, the executive body approving regulations, decrees, and infrastructure projects.
The Consell de Ministres is Andorra's Council of Ministers, also known as the Andorran Council of Ministers. It approves regulations, decrees, land purchases, capacity studies, and designations for state companies in areas including justice, culture, infrastructure, urban planning, and telecommunications. Recent actions include approving subsidy increases for religion teachers, reforming artist accreditation rules with new social security options, and launching tenders for historic site restorations. The Council works closely with the Government of Andorra and Consell General in Andorra's governance. This entity is distinct from similar-named councils in other countries.
Key Points
- The Consell de Ministres is Andorra's Council of Ministers, also known as the Andorran Council of Ministers.
- The Council of Ministers approves regulations, decrees, land purchases, capacity studies, and designations for state companies in areas including justice, culture, infrastructure, urban planning, and telecommunications.
- Recent actions include approving subsidy increases for religion teachers, reforming artist accreditation rules with new social security options, and launching tenders for historic site restorations as of mid-2026.
- The Council works closely with the Government of Andorra, Consell General, and related figures in Andorra's governance.
Timeline
Reforms Artist Statute Accreditation
Council of Ministers approved reforms to the Artist Statute, easing accreditation with training criteria and new €90/month social security options for self-employed creators.
Designates Andorra Telecom for ITU Satellite Role
Council of Ministers designated Andorra Telecom as the ITU satellite registration authority for handling frequencies and orbits.
Approves Defence Rights Amendments
Council of Ministers approved amendments to defence rights regulations to streamline lawyer assignments, refine financial assessments, and index pro bono fees to inflation.
Approves Prison Mental Health Land Purchase
Council of Ministers approved the purchase of land for €275,000 to expand Comella prison with a dedicated mental health unit.
Awards Orde de Carlemany to Artists
Council of Ministers approved Orde de Carlemany awards to violinist Gerard Claret Serra, cellist Lluís Claret Serra, and posthumously to painter Francesc Galobardes for cultural contributions.
Approves Oncology Tender at Meritxell Hospital
Council of Ministers approved a tender for new oncology facilities at Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital to centralize services including clinics and a day hospital.
Approves Bypass and Wildlife Centre Projects
Council of Ministers approved €5.8 million in contracts for Massana-Ordino bypass extension, a Canillo wildlife recovery centre, CG-4 road repairs, and greenway upgrades.
Authorizes Virtual Private University UDDI
Council of Ministers authorized the creation of a private virtual university UDDI and approved an online MBA program for UNIPRO after AQUA's favorable evaluation.
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Also Known As
Andorran Council of Ministers, Consell de Ministres, Council of Ministers