Legal reform

Law changes, parliamentary rules, compliance obligations, and institutional reform.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:00

Andorra Signs Deal to Simplify Constitution into Easy-Read Format

Andorran officials formalized a pact Thursday to convert the Constitution and other laws into accessible formats. The initiative promotes universal understanding of public documents, with CASS already adopting similar practices for resolutions.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 09, 2026 • 07:45

Pope Leo XIV Reaffirms Church's Anti-Abortion Stance in Speech to Spanish Lawmakers

Pope Leo XIV told Spain's Congress of Deputies that human life deserves protection from conception to natural end, framing it as essential to justice and law's purpose. The speech holds relevance for Andorra's pending abortion reform discussions.

Business•4 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 22:15

Andorra Approves Bill for Stricter Real Estate Agent Regulations

Andorra's government passes legislation mandating college membership, academic qualifications, and insurance for real estate agents to enhance protections and combat unqualified practice.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 02, 2026 • 07:46

Andorra Approves Accession to Warsaw Convention on Crime Proceeds and Terrorism Financing

The move updates Andorra's tools against emerging threats from organised crime and terrorism. It mandates stronger detection, seizure of illicit funds, and judicial cooperation, building on existing criminal laws.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 01, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Land Law Reform Commission Proceeds Without Key Carrying Capacity Studies

Andorra's Land Law reform commission, led by Jordi Casadevall, pushes ahead without vital parish carrying capacity studies, confident in advancing legislative changes this term to better coordinate territorial planning across the country.

Business•3 Related•May 28, 2026 • 14:04

Council of Ministers Approves Defence Rights Amendment for Justice Efficiency

Andorra's government has updated regulations to streamline lawyer assignments, refine financial assessments, and index pro bono fees to inflation for better judicial access.

Politics•4 Related•May 28, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra General Council Launches Agreed Reform for Transparency and Modernization

The General Council in Andorra la Vella will vote Thursday on a unanimous reform draft to modernize rules, boost transparency, and prevent conflicts of interest through clearer access, accounting oversight, and gift limits.

Other•3 Related•May 21, 2026 • 06:16

ARPA Proposes Proactive Reforms to Strengthen Andorra's Animal Welfare Law

Advocates mandatory owner responsibility forms, unified traceability via veterinary checks, and controls on irregular breeding to curb illicit trade and abandonment in the Principat.

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.

Politics•2 Related•May 07, 2026 • 11:16

Andorra Council Approves Revised Nationality Law Easing Residency Rules

Andorra's General Council has passed a qualified law reforming nationality rules to allow non-consecutive residency periods and adjust schooling and language criteria, aiming for reasonable integration standards amid partisan debate.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 22, 2026 • 17:31

Concòrdia Proposes 20 Amendments to Toughen Andorra's Criminal Code on Sex Crimes

Andorra's Concòrdia group submits amendments to reform bill, pushing stricter protections for minors, graduated consent ages, and full abortion decriminalization without specifics.

Other•4 Related•Apr 22, 2026 • 14:46

Andorran Data Protection Agency Proposes Key Amendments to Penal Code for Digital Privacy

The APDA has submitted observations to strengthen privacy and data protections in Andorra's Penal Code draft, focusing on digital identity theft, AI-facilitated crimes, and electronic communications safeguards amid tech advances.

Politics•4 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 19:01

Andorran MP Demands Full List of Registered Religious Entities

Susanna Vela, Social Democratic group president, files written question to government citing Article 9 of Law 2/2025 to verify equal treatment and legal compliance.

Other•4 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Advances Animal Welfare Law Reforms with Stakeholder Input and Calls for Bolder Measures

Animal protection groups like ARPA push for pet sales bans, offender registries, mandatory training, and cross-border data sharing to prevent abuse and recidivism.

Politics•3 Related•Mar 22, 2026 • 13:16

Andorran Parties Propose Major Amendments to Justice, Data Protection, and Prison Reform Bills

Demòcrates and Ciutadans Compromesos seek new CSJ judicial data oversight body, while all major parties push shorter pre-trial detentions and stricter medical rules amid backlogs.

Politics•3 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 07:30

Andorra PS Proposes 22 Amendments to Shorten Pre-Trial Detention

Social Democrats aim to align penal reforms with ECHR standards, capping detention times, enhancing medical rights, and boosting reintegration.

Politics•2 Related•Mar 10, 2026 • 21:15

Enric Fossas Warns of 21st-Century Threats to Constitutionalism

Professor Enric Fossas, key figure in Andorra's Constitution, lectures on globalisation, populism, diversity, and AI challenges at 33rd anniversary.

Health•3 Related•Mar 04, 2026 • 12:31

Andorra Approves CHA Regulations Reform Eliminating Assistant Directors

Government removes redundant assistant clinical director roles and updates selection committees to match SAAS bargaining agreement, effective tomorrow.

Other•2 Related•Feb 28, 2026 • 07:17

Andorra Lawyers Vote in Historic Open Election for Bar Leadership

Andorra's Col·legi d’Advocats holds first open election Monday between incumbent treasurer Margarida Marticella's continuity slate and reformist.

Politics•4 Related•Feb 22, 2026 • 23:16

Andorra Feminists Call for March 8 Protests Over Abortion Rights Regression

Acció Feminista demands street demonstrations on International Women's Day against delays in abortion legalization, institutional violence, and.

Politics•2 Related•Feb 13, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Jurists Train in Gender-Sensitive Legislative Techniques

Workshop led by expert Mònica Gelabert equips Andorran legal staff with tools to eliminate discriminatory biases in laws and integrate gender.

Politics•2 Related•Feb 02, 2026 • 20:01

Andorra Judge Denies Intimate Ties Amid Recusal, Sparks Judicial Reform Debate

Núria García Val refutes personal relationship claims leading to her removal from a case, as leaders highlight recusals and Andorranisation.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 31, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Cross-Party Commission Completes Consensus Report on Sustainable Urban Growth

After 13 months of hearings with experts and stakeholders, parliamentary groups unite on reforms to the 'land law' (LGOTU) for orderly, eco-friendly.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 30, 2026 • 08:16

Andorra's AG Urges Faster Hiring and Judicial Reforms Amid Prosecutor Shortages

At the Judicial Year opening, Attorney General Xavier Sopena warned of justice system strain from vacant posts and called for efficient procedure.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 26, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra Eyes French Co-Prince Signature for Abortion Decriminalisation

Andorra's government eyes French co-prince's single signature for abortion decriminalisation amid slowed progress from Vatican concerns, prioritising dialogue to advance rights.