Labor & employment

Jobs, wages, hiring, employment services, unions, staff shortages, and workforce policy.

Business•4 Related•May 07, 2026 • 13:02

Andorra Launches Relleu Empresa Platform to Link Businesses with Successors

The digital tool at relleuempresa.ad connects owners of profitable firms, especially family-run ones, with entrepreneurs to prevent closures amid generational disinterest and shifting consumer habits.

Business•2 Related•May 07, 2026 • 12:01

Andorra Temporary Worker Hiring Drops 3% for 2025-2026 Winter Season

Quota consumption exceeded initial limits amid a 3% overall decline in temporary hires. EU frontier and non-frontier worker permits surged, while non-EU approvals fell, with sector variations in ski and hospitality staffing.

Business•4 Related•May 07, 2026 • 07:02

14 Lists Vie for CASS Board Seats as Candidature Deadline Nears

The deadline for CASS board election candidatures closes Wednesday, with 14 lists poised for the June 17 vote. Candidates stress pension reforms, transparency, and healthcare sustainability amid strong competition across worker groups.

Business•5 Related•May 06, 2026 • 07:16

IMF Warns Andorra Economy Slowing to 2.1% in 2026 Amid Inflation Spike

Andorra faces a sustained economic slowdown after strong expansion, with external shocks and fading internal momentum contributing. Inflation jumped to 4.9% in April, surpassing neighbors Spain and France.

Health•5 Related•May 06, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Secures 44 Beds in New Sant Lluís Mental Health Centre in La Seu d’Urgell

Andorra gains priority access to 44 specialised beds at the €11.7 million facility, funded by the Urgell diocese and managed by Fundació Hospitalàries. Set to open in 2027 near the border, it targets adolescents, brain injuries, and medium-stay patients to ease family burdens and cut distant transfers.

Business•5 Related•May 05, 2026 • 07:17

IMF Warns Andorra Economy Slowing to 1.5% Growth by 2030 Amid Inflation Spike

Andorra faces a sustained economic slowdown after strong growth, with external pressures like Middle East conflict and high energy costs hitting tourism and trade. April CPI surged to 4.9%, exceeding Spain and France rates.

Business•4 Related•May 04, 2026 • 11:46

IMF Praises Andorra's 3.9% Growth in 2025 but Forecasts Slowdown to 2.1%

Andorra's economy showed robust strength last year with near-full employment, but faces structural hurdles like ageing population and rising healthcare costs. The IMF recommends diversification via EU integration and healthcare efficiencies.

Business•4 Related•May 04, 2026 • 07:01

CEA Nominates Armengol Bosch to Represent Self-Employed on CASS Board

The Andorran Business Confederation selects Daniel Armengol Bosch and Francesc Pallàs Viladomat to advocate for self-employed workers on the CASS board, leveraging their expertise amid key elections.

Business•5 Related•May 01, 2026 • 06:47

Andorra Approves Law Equalizing Maternity and Paternity Leave at 20 Weeks by 2030

Andorra's parliament unanimously enacts legislation to equalize maternity and paternity leave at 20 weeks by 2030, fostering work-family balance. Cross-party support highlights shared parental duties amid debates on implementation speed and gender equality consistency.

Business•5 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 22:16

Andorra Cuts Work Permit Quota by 11% to 800 Amid Business Pushback

Andorran officials reduced the annual quota for residence and work permits to 800 from 900, citing slower population growth and quality-of-life goals. Business groups protest the cut will worsen labor shortages in key sectors.

Business•4 Related•Apr 28, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Cuts Work Permit Quota to 800 Amid Business Hiring Concerns

Andorra's Economic Council endorsed a reduced quota of 800 new work and residence permits, sparking pushback from employers facing recruitment challenges in key sectors and unions calling for better planning.

Business•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra CES Approves 800 Residence Permits, Down 11% from Last Year

Andorra's Economic and Social Council endorsed a reduced quota of 800 new residence and work permits, reflecting an 11.1% cut to match economic needs. A separate allocation of 150 permits targets professional athletes across top teams.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 13:31

Macron Visits Andorra as Co-Prince with Packed 24-Hour Agenda

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Andorra in his role as co-prince, focusing on healthcare challenges, reindustrialisation, and energy sustainability during a dense schedule of meetings and public events amid transport and business disruptions.

Business•4 Related•Apr 20, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra Retail Sales Plunge 13.5% in February Due to RN20 Road Closure

Andorra's retail sector suffered a 13.5% sales decline in February from the prior year, mainly because a landslide shut the vital RN20 road from France for over a month. All categories saw drops, with fuels hit hardest at 24.1%. Retail jobs fell 4.6%.

Business•2 Related•Apr 18, 2026 • 22:16

Avatel Ends Espic Customer Service Contract Over Performance Failures

The Spanish telecom operator cited declining response rates, unanswered calls, and unresolved complaints after repeated failed improvement attempts, accelerating post-Avatal's 2024 stake exit.

Other•4 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Immigration Approvals Drop 4.8% to 6,076 in Q4 2025

Andorra's immigration saw 6,076 initial authorisations approved in late 2025, down 4.8% from 2024, while active permits grew to 60,284. Border workers and certain occupations like managers showed gains despite overall new declines.

Business•3 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra SAAS workers' bonus dispute hearing erupts in sharp clashes

A Batllia hearing on SAAS workers' unpaid performance bonuses saw heated arguments. Unions demand retroactive pay as an acquired right post-2022 suspension lift, while SAAS cites legal timelines and new agreement terms excluding back payments.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra's Co-Princes to Jointly Preside Over Historic Consell General Session During Macron Visit

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Andorra on 27-28 April, marking the first joint session presided by both Co-Princes in the Consell General chamber. The event features speeches, traditional outfits, and ceremonies before Macron addresses citizens.

Business•5 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 07:01