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Other•2 Related•Apr 20, 2026 • 08:46

Andorra Housing Union Calls May 16 Demo Against Rent Extension Ban

A housing union in Andorra organises a street march on 16 May to oppose the DA-led government's plan to scrap rent contract extensions, claiming it endangers tenants and the working class.

Other•2 Related•Apr 20, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Court Rules Terres del Solà Plot Not Consolidated Urban Land, Blocks Development

Superior Court upholds Batllia decision, annuls parts of parish urban plans due to incomplete infrastructure like water, sewage, and access near Engolasters lake.

Other•2 Related•Apr 19, 2026 • 06:46

Firefighters Airlift Ill Hiker from Sant Vicenç d'Enclar Trail, No Hospital Needed

The rescue on April 18 involved a helicopter and paramedic due to inaccessible terrain; after on-site evaluation, the hiker was cleared to walk out independently.

Other•2 Related•Apr 18, 2026 • 11:01

Spain Detains Romanian Man Wanted by Andorra for Fraud on A-52 Motorway

Andorran authorities plan to launch extradition after Spain's Guardia Civil arrested the fugitive during a standard vehicle check. He faces charges in the Principat, with details of the case undisclosed.

Other•3 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Housing Chief Urges Review of Young People's 50% Rejection Rate for Public Flats

National Housing Institute director Marta Alberch calls for better engagement with youth rejecting half of allocated public flats in Andorra, dismissing cost and location as primary reasons.

Other•5 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 06:46

Seville Man Extradited from Andorra to Serve 5.5 Years for Child Sex Crimes

Andorran authorities extradited a 44-year-old Seville resident convicted of sexually assaulting and abusing minors. He had fled to Andorra in 2019 and was held in pre-trial custody during proceedings.

Other•3 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Opens €10,000 Researcher Mobility Grants for 2026

The Ministry of Institutional Relations, Education and Universities launched the call to promote travel, international collaboration, and sharing of research findings among Andorra's researchers.

Other•2 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra's Outdated Fire Safety Rules Fail Modern High-Rises, Experts Warn

Experts from Andorra's Ministry and fire services warn that 1978-1981 fire rules are inadequate for proliferating high-rises, lacking smoke ventilation and reviews, with updates underway amid compliance issues.

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.

Other•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Authorizes Cremation of Unclaimed Portuguese Woman Found Dead in Apartment

Andorra authorizes cremation of 58-year-old Portuguese Alexandrina Maciel de Sousa, found dead a week in her apartment while her partner kept normal routine, as no family claimed her despite a mass.

Other•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 15:01

Andorra la Vella Civic Agents Issue 80 Warnings, 11 Fines in Q1 2026 Crackdown

Andorra la Vella's agents performed 702 inspections in early 2026, emphasizing education on public behavior. Priorities included pet rules, noise, waste, and traffic safety, with plans for 200 new cameras to combat vandalism.

Other•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 07:01

Andorran Court Acquits Driver in 2022 Crash, Citing Sudden Epilepsy Episode

Andorran Court of Corts acquitted a 45-year-old woman of reckless driving in a 2022 Anyós road crash, ruling a sudden focal epilepsy episode caused her to enter a roundabout the wrong way.

Other•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:32

Council of Europe to Inspect Andorra Prison in 2027 Amid Union Resource Concerns

Europe's torture prevention committee plans a periodic prison check in Andorra for 2027, as local unions warn of resource shortages and structural limits despite moderate occupancy and planned expansion.

Other•5 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:32

University of Andorra Waives Tuition Fees for Students with 33%+ Disabilities Ahead of Schedule

The policy, endorsed by the Council of Ministers, covers official degrees and related charges for state-recognised studies, with UdA implementing it immediately to promote inclusion.

Other•2 Related•Apr 15, 2026 • 13:01

Spanish Man Charged in Andorra for Threatening, Harassing Police While Breaching Night Arrest

Intoxicated 40-year-old insulted officers with death threats and sexual remarks near Runer river border, resisting arrest after violating 12-month sentence; prosecutors seek 20 months' prison.

Other•2 Related•Apr 15, 2026 • 06:46

Trial Suspended for Brazilian Stabbing Suspect in Andorran Student's Death Outside Braga Bar

Guimarães Appeal Court yet to rule on defence challenge to judges' impartiality, halting proceedings amid strong eyewitness identification of Matheus Marley Machado in the fatal April 2025 brawl.

Other•4 Related•Apr 15, 2026 • 06:17

CRUE and University of Andorra Sign Four-Year Alliance for Biennial Higher Education Seminar

The pact, signed in Madrid, promotes academic collaboration, internationalization, and joint initiatives across Iberian and European networks, building on prior events.

Other•4 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 21:01

Andorra Fines 90 Dog Owners Using DNA Profiling for Street Waste, Excluding One Parish

System profiles 79% of registered dogs, matching up to 45% of feces samples for €150-€300 penalties; parishes also approve innovative tender for sustainable forest management through 2033.

Other•2 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra's Lycée Comte de Foix Ranks 21st in France's Top Public High Schools

Lycée Comte de Foix in Andorra ranks 21st in France's top public high schools with a perfect baccalauréat pass rate and leads its region thanks to comprehensive student support.

Other•5 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra Population Hits 89,368 with 1.9% Rise Driven by Colombians and Peruvians

Andorra's resident population climbed to 89,368 by March 31, 2026, up 1.9% or 1,705 people year-over-year. Immigrants from Colombia, Peru, and Argentina fueled a third of the gains, while parishes like Canillo surged 6.7%.

Other•4 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra la Vella's Espai Capital Project Advances with Working Groups and Fairground Interest

Three internal teams shape key zones amid citizen consultations, as five companies express early interest in the concession; council addresses incivisme, signage, and Plaça del Poble fixes.

Other•4 Related•Apr 12, 2026 • 21:31

Andorra Police Arrest 29th Drunk Motorbike Driver and Passenger in Easter Campaign

Police detained a motorbike driver for DUI and drug possession plus his aggressive passenger during a 3am check in Andorra la Vella. The driver faces prison; it's the 29th arrest in the holiday campaign.

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.

Other•4 Related•Apr 12, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Police Warn of SMS Scam Posing as Package Delivery Alerts

Authorities urge residents to ignore fake texts impersonating couriers, which aim to steal personal or banking details through urgent phishing links.

Other•2 Related•Apr 11, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Firefighters Tackle Bingo Hall Structural Risk and Chimney Smoke in Two Incidents

Preventive action at a gaming centre on Carrer Prat de la Creu averted potential collapse, while crews checked residential smoke near Carrer dels Vilars without issues or injuries.