Pere Baró

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Politics•4 Related•Jul 23, 2026 • 12:30

Social Democrats Demand BPA Financial Statements from 2014-2025

Andorra's Social Democratic group seeks detailed financial records for public entity BPA to assess its performance, bolster oversight, and verify proper use of public resources amid calls for greater accountability.

Politics•4 Related•Jul 22, 2026 • 14:00

Andorran Social Democrats Demand Halt to Minor-Linked Permit Revocations

Opposition PS leaders decry strict immigration rules under Law 5/2025 that threaten to expel workers over undocumented children, pushing for urgent suspensions and reforms to safeguard families and economy.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 22, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Audit Court Publishes €6,300 Donations to PS and Unió Laurediana in H1 2026

Andorra's Audit Court disclosed €6,300 in political donations received by the Social Democratic Party and Unió Laurediana from January to June 2026, as required by electoral financing laws.

Politics•4 Related•Jul 16, 2026 • 08:30

Andorra Minister Marsol Escalates Legal Action Against Escaldes-Engordany Over SICAR Data Refusal

Andorran government is set to sue Escaldes-Engordany, the sole parish defying SICAR rental data uploads, after three years of failed requests. Marsol emphasizes uniform enforcement to support housing oversight and combat evasion tactics.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 14, 2026 • 12:30

Andorra majority rejects PS salary review and workweek study proposals

Andorra's ruling coalition blocked Socialdemòcrata initiatives on worker protections during key debates, prioritizing collective agreements and existing reforms over new legal mandates.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 27, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra's PS Demands Fixes for Immigration Dept Delays After Two Years

Andorra's Social Democratic Party presses the government to resolve chronic Immigration Department issues like excessive wait times and redundant visits, which burden workers and businesses. The party seeks detailed performance metrics and modernization steps.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 26, 2026 • 07:45

Only 3 Women in Command Roles Among Andorra's 285 Police Officers

Andorra's police force has stark gender imbalance, with females comprising 11% overall but only 3% of command posts. Interior Minister Ester Molné shared data amid questions on staffing, salaries, and aging vehicle fleet.

Business•3 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Foreign Property Investments Drop 20% Amid New Taxes; Caubella Heliport Opens

Economy Minister blames reforms for the decline after last year's boom. Meanwhile, the new €5.5M+ heliport in La Massana targets 1,800 landings yearly, prioritizing emergencies and aerial services with capped costs.

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

PS's Gerard Alís Leads 2027 Bid with Abortion Rights, Immigration Curbs, EU Support

Gerard Alís positions the Social Democratic Party to challenge Democrat dominance in Andorra's 2027 elections through targeted priorities and strategic parish pacts with Concòrdia. He emphasizes women's rights, controlled immigration, and EU ties amid housing and economic pressures.

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.

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.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 08:15

Andorra Fire Service Faces 24 Retirements and Aging Fleet by 2030

Andorra's Depeis fire service grapples with an aging workforce and vehicle fleet, prompting recruitment drives and a multi-year replacement strategy amid upcoming retirements.

Other•2 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Fire Service Faces Aging Workforce of 50 and 25-Year-Old Fleet

Andorra's fire department grapples with staff nearing retirement and outdated vehicles, prompting recruitment and a multi-year replacement strategy to sustain emergency response.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 06:18

Gerard Alís Confirmed as PS Lead Candidate for Andorra's 2027 Elections

The Partit Socialdemòcrata validated lawyer Gerard Alís as its head of government candidate for 2027 after primaries where he emerged as the consensus choice. He vows to tackle housing shortages and youth struggles in Andorra's growing economy.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Tenants' Union Launches Civil Disobedience Over Rental Law

Andorra's tenants' rights group vows apartment block protests and solidarity networks after parties DA and CC dismissed its housing protections during Rental Deregulation Law passage. PS slams rental aid cuts hiding crisis scale.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra PS Demands Data on Pupil Mobility Disrupting Schools

Andorra's opposition PS, led by deputy Pere Baró, questions government on rising pupil transfers straining schools amid economic woes. Professionals report disruptions to ratios, monitoring, and staff wellbeing, urging data and resources for stability.

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.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Deputy Queries Prison Staff Numbers, Plans Amid Unrest

Deputy president Pere Baró demands detailed data on prison staff corps, including headcount breakdowns, retirement forecasts, salary evolution, and enhanced dialogue plans with representatives to address unrest.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 10:15

Pere Baró Submits PS's Sole Candidacy for 2027 Elections Primaries

The Partit Socialdemòcrata received just one timely candidacy for its primaries to select candidates for the 2027 general elections. Party deputy president Pere Baró confirmed the submission but refused to confirm reports naming him as the lead candidate.

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

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.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 18:00

Andorra's PS Launches Open Primaries for 2027 Head of Government Candidate

Andorra's Partit Socialdemòcrata initiated an open primaries process Monday, allowing broad participation to choose its 2027 head of government nominee amid shifting polls.

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•4 Related•Jun 02, 2026 • 08:16

Concòrdia Leads Andorra Poll with 35.5% as DA Slips Before 2026 Elections

A new Andorra Recerca + Innovació poll reveals Concòrdia surging ahead of Demòcrates per Andorra amid high indecision and rising concerns over housing costs and EU ties. Over 30% of voters remain undecided, with DA citing governance challenges.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 01, 2026 • 22:30

Concòrdia Tops Andorra Poll at 18.3% as Demòcrates Blames Governing Costs

A telephone poll by Andorra Recerca i Innovació from April 29 to May 15 shows Concòrdia gaining on Demòcrates amid low government approval and voter concerns over housing costs and EU ties. Demòcrates cites long-term governance burdens for their slip.