Economic and Social Council

The Economic and Social Council, also known as CES, is a government institution in Andorra involved in social and economic policy decisions. The Council endorses government proposals on immigration quotas and labor policies, including expanded work permits and protections for employee representatives. In June 2026, coverage mentions the Economic and Social Council in relation to Andorra's pilot program hiring non-EU workers for hospitality shortages. The Council collaborates with business confederations and unions on labor and immigration measures. This Economic and Social Council refers to the Andorran institution, distinct from similar bodies in other countries.

Key Points

• The Economic and Social Council, also known as CES, is a government institution in Andorra involved in social and economic policy decisions.
• The Council endorses government proposals on immigration quotas and labor policies, including expanded work permits and protections for employee representatives.
• In June 2026, coverage mentions the Economic and Social Council in relation to Andorra's pilot program hiring non-EU workers for hospitality shortages.
• The Council collaborates with business confederations and unions on labor and immigration measures in Andorra.
• This Economic and Social Council refers to the Andorran institution, distinct from similar bodies in other countries, focused on local economic and social issues.

Timeline

1. 2026-06-10

   CES in Non-EU Hospitality Worker Pilot Launch

   Economic and Social Council is referenced in coverage of Andorra's pilot program to hire 450 non-EU workers for winter hospitality shortages with strict contract rules.

   Andorra Launches Pilot Hiring 450 Non-EU Workers for Winter Hospitality Shortages
2. 2026-03-19

   Labour Law Amendments Approved After CES Consensus

   Amendments to Labour Relations Law, developed via consensus at Economic and Social Council, receive unanimous General Council approval to enhance worker representation.

   Andorra Approves Labour Law Amendments and France Education Pact
3. 2026-02-19

   CES Approves Expanded Immigration Quotas

   Economic and Social Council endorses government's proposal for 150 extra work permits and reopening 400 residence quotas to address high-demand sectors like management and healthcare.

   Andorra CES Approves Expanded Immigration Quotas
4. 2025-12-05

   Union Presents CPI Wage Indexation Demand to CES

   USdA union presented analysis to the Economic and Social Council urging automatic CPI indexation for wages and pensions to counter inflation's impact on purchasing power.

   Andorran union demands automatic CPI indexation for wages and pensions

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