Andorra Court Annuls 33-Year-Old Contracts in CASS Pension Scandal
Batllia court voids 'Ubach era' deals blamed for Social Security Fund's collapse, closing investigation amid resource shortages; healthcare access.
Key Points
- Court annuls 33-year-old 'Ubach era' contracts causing CASS collapse, closes pension scandal case.
- Skier airlifted to Barcelona with severe head fracture after net pole collision in Soldeu.
- Tourist arrested at Baladrà border with cocaine; public outrage over 'Lisbon mule' jail term.
- FEDA leadership change: Albert Moles out, Sílvia Calvó in; paternity leave equalization delayed to 2033.
Andorra's Batllia court has annulled contracts from the "Ubach era" dating back 33 years, which contributed to the financial collapse of the Social Security Fund (CASS). The ruling archives the related pension scandal investigation, citing the fund's lack of resources to oversee the agreements at the time.
Health officials confirmed the decision leaves the priority healthcare access pathway intact.
New details emerged on a skier airlifted to Barcelona after suffering a critical head fracture in Soldeu; she collided with a net pole during the accident.
Public dismay continues over the jailing of the so-called "Lisbon mule," with many voicing incomprehension at the severity of the sentence.
Routine border checks at Baladrà led to the arrest of a tourist entering Andorra with cocaine.
Recent accidents include a man injured in Canillo for failing to wear required safety equipment, and another who fell into a river while clearing snow with a 4x4 quad.
A new incident involved an 8-year-old boy bitten in the face by an unleashed dog while trying to protect his own pet.
In sports, FEDA announced leadership changes: Albert Moles will depart by late March, with Sílvia Calvó succeeding him. Spain refused to cap FEDA's investment in a new power line at €20 million. FC Andorra faces a €9,000 fine for repeated confrontational behavior toward referees. Edgar González, formerly with Betis and Almería, is set to join as a central defender.
Opposition parties, including Demòcrates, criticized delays in equalizing paternity leave from four to 27 weeks, with no acceleration planned before 2033. Commentator Helena Anillo quipped that the slow pace simply honors "traditions of doing things leisurely."
Other holiday notes: snow fell across all elevations on Christmas Day, electronics led gift purchases over traditional toys, and parishes marked festivities in their unique ways. El Pas has regained tourist momentum amid uncertainties over potential French farmer protests. The Massana Estelàrium opened with family activities, while 'Els Pastorets' in Sant Julià incorporated shadow play.
Original Sources
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