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Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra la Vella Councils Convene on Civic Behaviour and Public Space Coexistence

62 participants from children's, youth and elderly councils form intergenerational groups to tackle overcrowding, noise, transport tensions and dog waste, proposing awareness campaigns over fines.

Business•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 19:46

Andorra Minister Eyes Boost to €35M Housing Fund Amid Strong Owner Interest

Andorra's government is considering raising its €35 million public housing budget due to promising early offers from owners for ready-to-use buildings. This aims to rapidly expand rental stock and ease prices.

Sports•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 18:16

Monaco 2027 Games Rescheduled to May 17-22, Golf Added and Basketball Removed

Andorra's Olympic Committee confirms Monaco 2027 Games rescheduled to May 17-22 from May 3-8, with golf added, basketball removed, after meeting Prince Albert II.

Politics•5 Related•May 14, 2026 • 17:31

Andorra Housing Union Demands Rent Law Amendments to Prevent Evictions

The housing union outlines non-negotiable positions to amend the controversial rent decontrol law, seeking protections against unfair disparities and indirect evictions before 2027.

Health•5 Related•May 14, 2026 • 14:46

Sant Julià de Lòria Concludes Cancer Awareness Week with Giant Human Ribbon and Scientific Talks

Nearly 300 participants formed a symbolic white ribbon in solidarity with patients, while events raised funds, showcased microbiota research, and called for enhanced local oncology services.

Environment•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra Parish Allocates Six Urban Garden Plots Amid 100 Applications

Opening eligibility to all ages drew overwhelming interest, prompting plans for expansion on new sites to address housing shortages and promote community farming.

Business•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 13:02

Three-Quarters of Andorran Firms Say Bureaucracy Hinders Competitiveness

Chamber of Commerce survey reveals firms lose six weeks yearly to admin tasks amid 2025 growth and looming geopolitical risks.

Business•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 12:46

Andorra Hotels Offer Housing, Flight Aid in Colombia Worker Pilot

Andorra advances a pilot on-hire programme with Colombia to ease hotel labour shortages. Workers gain 9-month permits amid tight quotas, with hotels subsidising housing and half flights for full-season commitment.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 12:02

Andorra Immigration Issues 6,013 New Authorisations, Down 7.9% Year-on-Year

New permits dropped across most categories in late 2025-early 2026 due to quotas, but total active authorisations grew 2.2% to over 60,000 amid occupational shifts toward technicians and skilled workers.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Volunteer Participation Plummets 62.6% in 2025 to 178 Registrants

Despite 14 events matching pre-pandemic levels, major sports gatherings like the European Small States Games drew large crowds, while environmental activities remain absent for six years.

Politics•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 11:16

Citizen's Ombudsman to Host AI, Digitalisation and Human Rights Training on May 22, 2026

Citizen's Ombudsman hosts AI, digitalisation, and human rights training for public admins on May 22, 2026, in La Llacuna, led by expert Ismael Emiliano Rins, balancing tech benefits and rights risks.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 09:02

Andorra Police Probe Disappearance of Pyrénées Heir Jean-Louis Pérez in South Africa

Andorran authorities investigate the vanishing of 75-year-old Jean-Louis Pérez, heir to the Pyrénées empire, last located in South Africa. No contact since late March despite family worries and Interpol involvement.

Andorra la Vella Begins Raised Pavement on CG-1 to Link Key Sports Facilities

Andorra la Vella has begun building a raised pavement on CG-1 to link Estadi Comunal Joan Samarra Vila and Centre Esportiu dels Serradells with safe pedestrian access, drainage upgrades, and traffic.

Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:46

Portugal's PM Montenegro Visits Andorra to Inaugurate Consulate, Boost Ties

Portugal's Prime Minister Luís Montenegro arrives for his inaugural official visit to Andorra on May 20. He will sign a security pact, open a new consulate for thousands of Portuguese residents, and hold high-level talks with local leaders.

Politics•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:46

Former Andorran PM Jaume Bartumeu Attends Mitterrand Banquet in Paris

Joined European leaders including ex-Spanish PM Felipe González and French PMs Cazeneuve and Valls to honor François Mitterrand's legacy and invited his son to visit Andorra.

Police Deploy Major Operation to Stop Speeding Porsche on Andorra CG-1 Road

Andorra la Vella authorities launched a large-scale traffic stop on the CG-1 near the bus station, targeting a black Porsche suspected of speeding amid heavy morning traffic.

Environment•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Launches Process for First National Park in Canillo and Ordino Valleys

Andorran government and communes of Canillo and Ordino validated an agreement this week to create the Parc Natural Nacional de les Valls de Canillo i Ordino, published in BOPA to start public consultation.

Politics•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra EU Association Approval Delayed to May 20-22 After Bulgaria Reservation

Bulgaria's reservation halted fast-track approval of Andorra's EU association agreement, rescheduling COREPER II to May 20 and the EU Council to May 22. Andorra's government remains calm amid the procedural shift.

Business•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Awards Contracts for Emergency Centre, Flood Prevention and Hotel Casamanya Rehab

Andorra awards contracts for €393K emergency centre oversight, €345K flood prevention drainage across parishes, €6M Hotel Casamanya rehab for ministry offices, plus €376K Casa de la Vall landscaping.

Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Social Democrats Propose Amendments to Strengthen Archives Law

Changes aim to enhance preservation, digitization, and access to documentary heritage while expanding public bodies' records management duties and integrating key institutional archives.

Business•5 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra's USdA Launches Dedicated Union Branch for CASS Workers

Unió Sindical d’Andorra has established a specialised union for Caixa Andorrana de Seguretat Social staff. It targets better wages, stability and conditions amid institutional pressures to maintain public service quality.

Andorra Pays €13,266 for Shuttle Buses During RN20 Landslide Closure

A landslide blocked France's RN20 road, prompting Andorra to fund shuttle buses from L'Hospitalet to Pas de la Casa. The service saw heavy use, helping retain visitors and support workers despite economic disruption.

Politics•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra's Statistics Department Strengthens Ties at UN Geneva Meeting and Jecas in Barcelona

Delegations engaged in discussions on AI, demographics, public policy evaluation, and national accounts amid rising demands for reliable data in decision-making.

Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:16

Núria Cleries Nerín Sworn In as Andorra's Judicial Administration Inspector

Former Barcelona juvenile court judge vows impartiality and loyalty to Andorra's Constitution in three-year role aimed at bolstering judicial oversight and efficiency.

Truck Driver Injured in La Massana Road Crash, Motorcyclist Hits Pedestrian in Escaldes

A truck slid off a La Massana road and dropped 20 meters, injuring the driver slightly. Hours earlier, a teen motorcyclist struck a pedestrian in Escaldes-Engordany; both received hospital care.