Guillem Casal

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Environment•4 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 14:45

Encamp to Designate 528-Hectare Circ dels Pessons as Natural Park by 2027

Encamp parish will fully finance the protection of the 528-hectare zone, previously part of a ski domain but excluded from the latest concession. Approval process involves technical studies and extended public input, maintaining current land uses.

Sports•4 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Chamois Week Hits 80-85% of Quota in Best Event in Years

Favourable weather and strong population growth led to one of the most successful Chamois Weeks, praised by FACIP for safety, youth involvement, and collaborative management that recovered numbers from historic lows.

Andorra's Espot and Tor to Attend UN General Assembly in New York

Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot and Foreign Minister Imma Tor will join UNGA's High-Level Week, delivering a key address and attending events on global challenges and small states coordination.

Andorra Parish Consuls Target December 1 for Traffic Agent Body Cameras

Parish consuls in Andorra have committed to activating body cameras on traffic agents by December 1, urging the Interior Ministry to expedite legal changes. The move prioritizes security and accountability without constant surveillance.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 13, 2026 • 18:15

Andorra Creates First National Park in Valls de Canillo i Ordino

This milestone boosts Andorra's conservation efforts, with Minister Guillem Casal highlighting quality-focused measures and progress in Encamp's Pessons area amid parish collaborations.

Environment•5 Related•Sept 10, 2026 • 13:45

Andorra Approves First National Park Covering 18.9% of Territory

Legislation for Andorra's inaugural national natural park in the Canillo and Ordino valleys has cleared the Council of Ministers and heads to parliament. It emphasizes conservation, research, and regulated activities while banning disruptive infrastructure.

Spain's Foreign Minister to Visit Andorra to Finalize EU Border Agreement

Spain's top diplomat will meet Andorran leaders to seal a pact exempting border crossers from the EU's new Entry/Exit System while boosting cooperation and mobility rights.

Andorra Allocates €6M for Rent Aid Capping Payments at 30% of Income

Prime Minister Xavier Espot announced the programme to ease housing costs for vulnerable groups. It builds on existing stabilising measures amid criticism from opposition parties over property speculation.

Environment•3 Related•Sept 08, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra Minister Completes Draft Water Law for Climate Era

Andorra's Environment Minister Guillem Casal has finalised a modern water law draft addressing climate change, droughts, and international standards. It prioritises sustainable use and security amid transboundary water flows.

Environment•5 Related•Sept 06, 2026 • 11:30

Andorra Advances €10M Biomethanisation Plant for Organic Waste

Authorities plan a facility to treat organic waste and produce energy, overcoming small-scale challenges by potentially importing material from neighboring regions. This cuts reliance on costly exports, which handle 70% of refuse.

Andorra Approves €20,000 Aid for Colombia Earthquake Victims

Andorra's government pledged €20,000 to the Red Cross for urgent relief in western Colombia after a devastating 7.4-magnitude quake killed 331 and displaced thousands. Funds target health, shelter, and recovery in El Chocó.

Andorra's AREB Reviews Legal Basis for BPA Financial Documents Release

Andorra's AREB is analyzing the legality of releasing Banca Privada d'Andorra's financial statements amid a councillor's appeal against the government's denial. The agency holds the documents independently.

Andorra Approves Tender for 30-Unit Affordable Housing in La Massana

Andorran authorities launched a tender to design and build a 30-unit affordable rental complex in Aldosa. The initiative boosts public housing amid shortages, with €143 million invested recently and plans to acquire more buildings.

Andorra Advances Temporary Immigration Permit for Construction Projects

The government is drafting legal changes to enable temporary quotas for specific building projects, helping firms manage peak labor needs without permanent hires. Officials met with employers over summer to address delays from reduced quotas.

Health•3 Related•Sept 02, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra Farmers Welcome Single Indoor Medicinal Cannabis Facility Plans

Andorra's farmers' association APRA endorses new legal framework for a single controlled indoor site to grow medicinal cannabis, crediting joint work with the agriculture ministry amid broader sector hurdles.

Politics•2 Related•Aug 19, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra Defends Regulated Pet Breeding to Curb Trafficking

Andorra's new animal welfare law authorizes controlled breeding and sales of pets to meet rising demand and halt illegal trade, with rigorous oversight on facilities. Critics from welfare groups call for adoption-only approach instead.

Environment•3 Related•Aug 19, 2026 • 15:15

Andorra Drafts Pyrotechnics Rules to Protect Animals and Update Outdated Norms

The regulation addresses noise distress in enclosed spaces, festivals, and forests, recognizing animals as sentient without banning cultural displays. It responds to a citizen petition for targeted restrictions amid new welfare legislation.

Environment•2 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 20:15

Andorra Approves Animal Welfare Bill, Wildlife Centre on Track for 2026

Andorra's government has greenlit a comprehensive animal welfare bill as part of broader approvals. Meanwhile, the new Wildlife Recovery Centre in Canillo progresses steadily toward 2026 opening, replacing the limited Santa Coloma site.

Environment•2 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 17:30

Andorra's Canillo Wildlife Recovery Centre Advances on Schedule for 2026 Completion

Contractors are on track to finish the new facility near Racons before end of 2026, Minister Guillem Casal confirmed after site visits. The centre will replace the limited Santa Coloma site.

Environment•4 Related•Aug 13, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra Turns Pharmacies into Collection Points for Expired Meds and Sharps

Andorra's pharmacies will now collect expired medicines and household sharps waste, easing disposal for residents and improving environmental safety. The government will tender a unified service in September.

Environment•3 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 20:00

Andorra Takes Over Paper Waste Management, Awards Contracts for Oils

Andorran government assumes control of municipal paper and cardboard waste for the first time, contracting Eco Grup to enhance recycling. Parallel deal with FEPER centralizes hazardous mineral oil collection from producers.

Environment•4 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 19:45

Andorra Dismisses Bear Population Boom Amid Rise in Sightings

Authorities say more bears are detected due to better surveillance, not expansion. They urge adaptation with protections for farms and hikers while celebrating habitat quality.

Business•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 19:45

Andorra Urges Tenants to Contact INH Before Suing Over Rental Thawing Violations

Andorran officials emphasize that the National Housing Institute offers detailed guidance on rental thawing disputes, protecting both tenants' and landlords' rights without preempting judicial decisions on contract legality.

Culture•2 Related•Aug 12, 2026 • 17:00

Ordino Residents Bless Livestock in Annual Ceremony as Herds Descend

Priest blessed communal herds at Planell de la Rabassa amid better grazing from recent rains. Officials noted growth in livestock numbers and budgets, emphasizing the tradition's role in connecting communities to farmers.

Environment•4 Related•Aug 11, 2026 • 16:45

Andorra Approves 237 Chamois Kills for 2026 Hunting Season Amid Population Growth

Andorra's Hunting Monitoring Commission has boosted chamois hunting quotas to 237 for 2026 due to a healthy population surge to 1,186 animals and no detected diseases, ensuring sustainable management.