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Conxita Marsol
Conxita Marsol is Andorra's Minister of Economy and Housing. She focuses on economic growth, business competitiveness, labor shortages, and affordable housing initiatives.
Conxita Marsol serves as Andorra's Minister of Economy and Housing under Head of Government Xavier Espot. She oversees the Economy, Labour and Housing Secretary and prioritizes economic growth, business support, addressing labor shortages, enhancing business competitiveness, and improving affordable housing access. Recent actions include proposing higher minimum wages for foreign workers in June 2026 to tackle over 1,800 job vacancies, launching a €21.6M tender for affordable rental housing to add 150 units, easing access for low-income pensioners, confirming a €100K eviction fine and €30M housing boost, and appointing a new secretary with goals for 500 affordable units.
Key Points
- Conxita Marsol serves as Andorra's Minister of Economy and Housing. Coverage identifies her in this role across multiple stories.
- Conxita Marsol focuses on economic growth, business support, and housing initiatives in Andorra. She addresses labor shortages, business competitiveness, and affordable housing access.
- In June 2026, Minister Marsol proposed higher minimum wages for foreign workers to address vacancies and launched a tender for affordable rental housing buildings.
- Conxita Marsol works under Head of Government Xavier Espot and oversees the Economy, Labour and Housing Secretary.
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Proposes Higher Minimum Wages for Foreign Workers
Economy Minister Conxita Marsol proposed increasing minimum salaries for new foreign hires to address over 1,800 job vacancies, particularly in hospitality, while managing population growth and work permits. Coverage notes 1,826 vacancies versus 244 unemployed amid 1.3% unemployment.
Launches €21.6M Affordable Housing Tender
Government under Housing Minister Conxita Marsol launched a €21.6M tender for existing buildings to expand public rental housing stock by 150 units to 650 by late summer. Priorities include central locations and accessibility amid expanded eligibility for vulnerable groups.
Eases Affordable Housing Access for Pensioners
Housing Minister Conxita Marsol announced relaxed criteria for low-income pensioners to access public housing lists, with 1,172 applications processed and 17 new units added in Sant Julià de Lòria. Plans include 150 more units and a €35M tender for new properties.
Confirms €100K Eviction Fine and €30M Housing Boost
Housing Minister Conxita Marsol confirmed a €100K fine for a property owner misusing eviction rules and announced €30M allocation from surplus to acquire buildings for about 200 public housing units. Rental freeze lifts planned for legacy contracts.
Appoints New Economy and Housing Secretary
Under Minister Conxita Marsol, Laura Camps Solà was appointed as Economy, Labour and Housing Secretary, succeeding Jordi Puy, with priorities on 500 affordable units and buyer guarantees.
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