Labor & employment

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

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

Andorra Median Salary Hits €2,166 in February, Up 5.7% Year-on-Year

Andorra's job market strengthened with median advanced salary climbing 5.7% to €2,166.05 in February. Worker numbers rose 1.7% and wage mass surged 8.1%, while unemployment eased to 237 in March.

Other•4 Related•Apr 12, 2026 • 18:46

Andorra Sociologist: Immigration Key to Counter Ageing Population

Andorra's ageing population, exacerbated by a past baby boom now retiring, requires immigrant workers to fill jobs and boost low birth rates. Sociologist Joan Micó highlights housing shortages as barriers to long-term integration.

Health•4 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra SAAS Secures New Collective Bargaining Agreement with Salary Boosts

Andorra's public health service finalizes a CBA with economic gains like retroactive raises and better work-life balance, though unions decry it as insufficient amid rising costs.

Business•2 Related•Mar 21, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Tobacco Classification Ends with 150,000kg of High-Quality Leaf Despite Challenges

Andorra's tobacco classification at Borda Mateu ended with 150,000kg high-quality leaf despite challenges like diseased plants and aging workforce.

Business•2 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 14:31

Andorra Approves Labour Code Reform to Boost Worker Representation

The unanimous reform introduces company delegates for small firms, enhances protections for candidates, and promotes social dialogue amid calls from opposition for broader changes.

Politics•4 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 07:31

Ministry to Reassess Only 10 Civil Servants' Job Classifications After Court Rulings

Batllia court annulled reclassifications for 10 civil servants due to procedural flaws like missing CTOG input and opaque PwC tool; ministry plans new framework as unions demand full redo.

Other•5 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 07:31

Resident population rose 2.1% year-over-year, driven by 'other nationalities' including Colombians and

Peruvians; work permits also increased amid mixed authorization trends.

Other•4 Related•Mar 13, 2026 • 06:46

Illegal Dormitories Uncovered in La Seu d'Urgell Barbershops

Multi-agency raid inspects six barbershops, finding unauthorized sleeping areas in three, with violations reported to Labour Inspectorate.

Business•4 Related•Mar 13, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Job Seekers Hit 238 in Feb 2026, Up Monthly but Down Yearly

Active job seekers in Andorra rose 5.8% to 238 by end-February 2026 amid falling job offers, with most seeking better positions and unemployment.

Business•2 Related•Mar 08, 2026 • 17:16

Women Breaking Barriers in Andorra's Male-Dominated Engineering and Construction Sectors

Female professionals at Heracles Group, Eco Grup, and others report rising numbers of women in engineering, operations, tech, and even truck.

Business•3 Related•Mar 08, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Business Leaders Endorse Catalan Services Amid Labour Shortages

Leaders from retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors back Catalan-language services in key businesses during a roundtable, while addressing.

Business•2 Related•Feb 26, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra Approves 5.4% Rise in Employment Subsidies Amid Record-Low Unemployment

Government boosts subsidies for hiring vulnerable groups, youth, and long-term unemployed, aligning with minimum wage hike as jobless claims hit.

Business•2 Related•Feb 19, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Retail Sales Dip 2% in Real Terms Despite Nominal Rise

Food sales fell 1.1% and non-food 2.8% in real terms amid subdued demand. Employment dipped 0.6%, with women comprising 64% of the workforce.