Ester Molné

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Other•2 Related•Jan 10, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Police Chief Blames Heating Delays for Runer Border Cold Complaints

Officials confirm temporary fixes like portable radiators are in place while awaiting a replacement unit ordered in November, amid government pledges for better facilities and more officers.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 09, 2026 • 20:15

Andorra Police Force Expands to 290 Officers with New Recruits

Eight new officers sworn in as force grows from 266 to 290 amid high recruitment interest; leaders praise safety record and push for further expansion.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 09, 2026 • 18:01

Andorra Justice Minister Urges Patience on Pas de la Casa Anti-Smuggling Plan

Molné admits the initiative lacks full effectiveness yet, emphasizing its phased rollout with new police hires and Penal Code reforms requiring mid- to long-term evaluation.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 22, 2025 • 18:16

Andorra Opposition Slams Demòcrates' Tax on Expat Property Sales

Parliamentary opposition criticizes Demòcrates' proposal to tax non-resident Andorrans selling overseas real estate, amid clashes over nationality.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 20, 2025 • 07:01

Andorra-Spain Agree to Border Deal Skipping Routine EES Checks from 2026

Andorra and Spain will negotiate from early 2026 a border deal skipping routine EES checks, using advance Schengen screenings while keeping random inspections.

Business•5 Related•Dec 19, 2025 • 22:15

Andorra Hotels Forecast 60% Winter Occupancy Amid EES Relief

Hotels expect steady 60% occupancy matching last year, with 70% Christmas bookings secured, while bilateral talks secure EES exemptions starting.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 18, 2025 • 14:31

Andorra's Espot Rejects Commune Funding Overhaul, Electoral Reforms

Head of government Xavier Espot defends current parish funding and election systems amid local demands, while outlining delays in EU association.

Spain Delays EU Entry/Exit System at Andorra Border to April 2026

Spain postpones full EES rollout at Riu Runer border until early April 2026, aligning with EU timeline to protect Andorra's winter tourism season,.

Politics•3 Related•Dec 17, 2025 • 21:31

Andorra Appoints 9 New Police Officers to Combat Smuggling

Andorra's government hires nine police trainees amid expansion to 24 new officers targeting tobacco smuggling, plus approves education grants,.

Other•3 Related•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:31

Andorra PM Rejects Discrimination Claims Over Anti-Smuggling Shop Hours

Head of government Xavier Espot defends reduced opening hours and licence moratorium in Pas de la Casa as protective measures against tobacco.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 12, 2025 • 22:16

General Council rejects Concòrdia consent bill, defers to Penal Code reform

A 17–10 vote refused admission of a bill to raise the age of consent from 14 to 16 and redefine sexual consent.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 06, 2025 • 06:47

Encamp reviews Pas de la Casa winter nightlife; no complaints recorded

Parish officials, ministries and nightlife operators assessed the season, endorsed good‑practice measures and consulted on the 2025–26 events calendar.

Politics•2 Related•Nov 29, 2025 • 06:48

Andorra blames judiciary after convicted Georgian disappears

Interior Minister says judges control sentence timing and may not have informed the ministry of the release.

Politics•3 Related•Nov 29, 2025 • 06:03

Andorra says EU border‑management deal 'very advanced' and could sign by year‑end

Justice minister Ester Molné links the border accord to a wider EU association agreement, saying it would enable cross‑border police cooperation.

Business•3 Related•Nov 28, 2025 • 14:47

Housing squeeze and fast population growth threaten Andorra’s economic expansion

Business leaders warn that rapid population growth and a shortage of affordable homes are creating pressures on recruitment, services and public.

Politics•5 Related•Nov 26, 2025 • 20:38

Andorra to recruit 15 police officers to curb tobacco smuggling; three prison trainees appointed

The government has opened a call for 15 new police posts to reinforce Pas de la Casa and create a permanent Encamp unit, adding to nine earlier.