Conxita Marsol

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Politics•2 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Education Minister Defends Pupil Survey on Porn, Sexting and Suicide

Education Minister Ladislau Baró justified surveys assessing primary pupils' exposure to pornography, sexting, adult propositions and suicidal thoughts. He emphasized expert adaptation, parental consent processes and necessity for evidence-based child protection amid digital threats.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 22:15

Andorran Union Leader Slams Government as 'Headless Chicken' Over Wages

Trade union secretary Gabriel Ubach demands immediate salary increases for all workers to address housing costs crippling locals, youth exodus, and lost purchasing power. He blasts the government's erratic labour policies.

Business•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra Sees 20% Drop in Foreign Property Investment Applications Amid Housing Curbs

Government restrictions have triggered a sharp decline in foreign real estate applications in Andorra, as Minister Conxita Marsol highlights transitional effects from 2025 reforms amid debates on market pressures and aid adjustments.

Business•4 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 06:18

Andorra Opens 14 Affordable Rentals in Repurposed Hotel, Seeks More via €21.6M Tender

Andorra's INH launches applications for 14 subsidised units in Aixovall hotel, while a major tender aims to secure 150 more affordable homes from existing buildings amid housing crisis pressures.

Business•4 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 05:45

Andorra Minister Proposes Higher Minimum Wages for Foreign Workers to Curb Shortages

Andorra's Economy Minister Conxita Marsol suggests increasing minimum salaries for new foreign hires to tackle 1,800+ vacancies, especially in hospitality, while controlling population and permits. This balances business needs with social cohesion amid low 1.3% unemployment.

Business•4 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 14:45

Andorra Launches €2M Grants for Innovation Firms, Quadrupling Last Year's Budget

Andorra Business and government unveiled a quadrupled €2 million grants initiative on Thursday to boost high-value innovation. It supports local R&D and lures foreign companies amid the National Plan for economic diversification.

Business•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 23:15

IMF's Georgieva Praises Andorra Reforms in First Visit Since 2020 Accession

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva commended Andorra's economic resilience and reforms during her inaugural visit since its 2020 membership. She stressed EU market access benefits and ongoing collaboration on key challenges.

Culture•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 19:45

Andorra la Vella Reopens Plaça del Poble with Festive Ceremony and Circle Dance

Around 400 people gathered under the sun for the official reopening of Andorra la Vella's Plaça del Poble, featuring a ribbon-cutting, blessing, orchestral premiere, and inclusive circle dance that united authorities and residents.

Business•4 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Launches €21.6M Tender for Affordable Rental Housing Buildings

Government tenders for existing buildings to boost public rental stock from 500 to 650 units by late summer, prioritising central, ready properties amid expanded eligibility.

Business•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Pablo Salvador Coderch Succeeds Pierre Raoul-Duval as TAPA President in Andorra

Spanish jurist Pablo Salvador Coderch assumes leadership of Andorra's Tribunal d’Arbitratge (TAPA), succeeding Pierre Raoul-Duval. The body, created in 2021, promotes arbitration for private disputes despite no cases to date.

Business•3 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra Approves €302K Aid for Businesses Hit by Pas de la Casa Landslide Closure

Andorran officials have greenlit nearly €300,000 in relief for 25 businesses impacted by a three-week landslide blocking the key RN-20 route to Pas de la Casa, including major fuel vouchers for visitors and shuttle funding.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 22:01

Andorra Launches Pilot Hiring 450 Non-EU Workers for Winter Hospitality Shortages

Andorra introduces a pilot program this winter to hire 450 non-EU workers directly for hospitality, tackling seasonal shortages with strict return rules and employer obligations. Business leaders support it, while unions urge fixes for deeper problems.

Business•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 21:30

Andorra Launches €21.6M Tender for 150 Affordable Rental Flats

Andorra seeks buildings with 150 flats via public tender, prioritizing near-ready properties in central areas to rapidly expand public rental housing.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 19:00

Andorra Helpline Handles 40+ Queries in 2 Days on Rent Law Extensions

Andorra's government introduces a phone line and online resource to clarify the new gradual rent unfreezing law, effective 2027-2030, amid housing tensions.

Business•3 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra Business Celebrates 15 Companies Completing Sixth Growth Programme

Fifteen Andorran companies graduated from Andorra Business's intensive sixth Growth Programme, gaining expert mentoring to enhance competitiveness and drive national economic growth.

Business•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 06:00

Andorra Launches Pilot to Hire 450 Non-EU Hospitality Workers This Winter

Andorra's government introduces a pilot scheme enabling hospitality firms to recruit 450 experienced non-EU workers directly, offering contracts up to nine months to ease chronic staffing shortages amid mixed stakeholder reactions.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 06, 2026 • 07:30

Andorra Parliament Unanimously Approves National Property Register

Andorra's parliament unanimously advances a national Property Register to enhance legal security in real estate, described as a modern, electronic system registering rights with gradual rollout.

Business•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 13:31

INH Launches 24/7 Channels to Aid Tenants Pressured into Pre-Rent Thaw Contracts

New chatbot, WhatsApp, and FAQ services guide renters facing steep hikes, with director urging legal consultation for potentially invalid agreements amid surging inquiries.

Business•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 13:31

Andorra Approves Gradual End to Rental Extension Freeze Amid Political Divide

The law introduces time-based gradualism and new contract safeguards to ease the housing crisis without abrupt changes, despite opposition fears of instability for thousands of tenants.

Business•2 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 22:30

IMF's Georgieva to Visit Andorra for First Time Since 2020 Membership

Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot will host the IMF managing director for meetings with ministers and economic stakeholders to boost cooperation and economic resilience.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 08:47

Andorra's Espot Defends Government Legitimacy Despite Poll Slump

Xavier Espot expressed dissatisfaction with a new AR+I survey showing declining support but stressed high recognition, trust levels, and over 50% approval for his administration amid housing woes.

Politics•5 Related•May 28, 2026 • 12:01

Andorra Eases Affordable Housing Access for Low-Income Pensioners

Andorran officials target pension recipients lacking minimum income for easier entry into public housing lists, amid 1,172 applications and expansions like 17 new units in Sant Julià de Lòria. Confidence grows to meet demand with 150 additional units this year.

Business•3 Related•May 20, 2026 • 11:02