Politics•3 Related•Jul 23, 2026 • 19:00Sant Julià Mayor Urges Festive Respect After Encamp DisturbancesSant Julià de Lòria's mayor expresses confidence in a peaceful main festival, stressing celebration without incidents amid standard security coordination with police.
Business•4 Related•Jul 23, 2026 • 14:30Sant Julià de Lòria Approves Salary Grid to Retain Staff Amid DeparturesThe council allocated funds for higher starting salaries in a regressive structure, addressing recruitment woes as staff leave for better opportunities elsewhere. Updates also fix traffic agent compensation flaws.
Other•3 Related•Jul 23, 2026 • 11:30Andorra Households Hit 41,071 with Average Size at 2.19 PeopleAndorra's resident population stands at 89,752, driving a slight rise in average household size to 2.19. Parish variations highlight La Massana's growth and Canillo's dip from administrative adjustments.
Politics•3 Related•Jul 21, 2026 • 18:00Escaldes-Engordany Mayor Pledges Heightened Security for Festa Major After Encamp FightsFollowing recent brawls at Encamp's festival, Escaldes-Engordany officials are ramping up police presence, traffic alerts, and volunteer support to ensure a safe, family-oriented event.
Sports•4 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 20:15Andorran Canoeist Mònica Doria Penalized, Eliminated from Kayak Cross at WorldsJudges disqualified Andorran athlete Mònica Doria from the kayak cross at the World Championships in Oklahoma for a premature start, despite a solid 59.01-second run that had qualified her for heats.
Other•4 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 13:15Andorran Police Arrest Three Men for DUI in Weekend CrackdownThree drivers aged 21 to 47 were arrested in Andorra over the weekend for high alcohol levels during routine police checks, with levels up to 2.27g/L and one on a suspended license. All face prosecution amid no reported accidents.
Transport•2 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 06:30Taxi Overturns at Margineda Roundabout in Andorra, Driver Fined for AlcoholPolice fined the taxi driver after a breathalyser test following the dramatic crash on the busy CG-1 highway. No injuries occurred despite the flip, and the road reopened quickly after emergency response.
Transport•3 Related•Jul 19, 2026 • 18:302km Traffic Queues Build at Runer River Border as Andorra Visitors Return to SpainHeavy return traffic from Andorra day-trippers has caused two-kilometre queues at the Runer River crossing into Spain. Mobility services report slow movement on CG-1, urging caution and real-time checks amid peak Sunday volumes.
Transport•4 Related•Jul 19, 2026 • 18:15Andorra's government confirms key infrastructure on track, including tunnel rerouting traffic from SantJulià centre and tramway plans for better mobility.
Other•4 Related•Jul 19, 2026 • 06:45Andorra Population Hits 89,752 with Record-Low 10.6% Children Under 15Andorra's demographics show an aging society, with the working-age group at 73.3% and seniors at 16%. Experts cite low fertility, immigration of adults, and barriers like housing as key factors behind the child population decline.
Environment•2 Related•Jul 18, 2026 • 10:00Andorra Keeps Wildfire Risk at Very High Level 2 in Central and Southern ParishesCentral and southern Andorra parishes face ongoing very high wildfire risk at level 2 due to dry conditions after a 36°C heatwave, prompting closures of barbecue sites and fire bans. Northern areas remain at high level 1, with cooler air offering some relief but no rain in sight.
Politics•3 Related•Jul 18, 2026 • 06:15Andorran Police Arrest 12 in Week of Violence, Drugs, and Drink-DrivingAuthorities detained suspects in a gender assault chase, a major drug haul at the border, and multiple high-alcohol traffic stops. A new firearms rule sets strict limits on police use of force.
Business•2 Related•Jul 15, 2026 • 19:30Andorra Fuel Stations See Rush After Price Cuts on Petrol and DieselGovernment reimburses taxes to distributors, who absorb part of discount to boost competitiveness against Spain. Stations report buoyant mood and increased visitors, reversing sales slump from cross-border shopping.
Business•3 Related•Jul 15, 2026 • 19:30Andorra Approves More Home Guarantees, Expands Rentals in AixovallAndorran officials expand housing aid by approving three more 100% purchase guarantees and increasing public rentals to 17 units in Aixovall's Font de Ferro. A leasing tender launches next week amid high demand.
Culture•4 Related•Jul 13, 2026 • 19:15Andorra Approves €189K Subsidies for 2026 Cultural Heritage ProjectsSix projects across Andorra receive funding for site rehabilitation, roof repairs, and movable heritage restoration, aligning with national preservation policies.
Culture•2 Related•Jul 10, 2026 • 18:00Andorra Residents Line Up Vehicles for Sant Cristòfol BlessingsDrivers queued outside churches for holy water blessings to honor Sant Cristòfol, patron of motorists, in multiple parishes. The tradition drew long lines of vehicles, locals, and visitors amid local festivals.
Business•2 Related•Jul 08, 2026 • 07:00AndUp Foundation Launches to Boost Andorra's Advanced StartupsA new foundation backed by Andbank and partners targets Andorra's growth-stage startups, offering tailored support to overcome scaling hurdles and position the country as an innovation hub through ecosystem ties and global links.
Politics•3 Related•Jul 08, 2026 • 07:00French Co-Prince Rep Frédéric Rose Completes First Official Visit to AndorraFrédéric Rose, newly appointed French co-prince representative, engaged with Andorran officials across government, church, parliament, and academia. Meetings emphasized strengthening bilateral relations and shared priorities like education and security.
Business•2 Related•Jul 06, 2026 • 22:00Andorra Rental Crisis: Only 117 Apartments Amid €2,832 Average RentsA severe shortage drives up Andorra's residential rents to record levels, with Escales-Engordany leading prices while Encamp offers relief. Sales market far outpaces rentals in supply.
Other•2 Related•Jul 06, 2026 • 12:35Man Arrested in Sant Julià de Lòria for Assaulting Parents Amid Marital WoesA 30-year-old man faces custody after police responded to a family home where he attacked his parents following relationship troubles and alcohol consumption.
Other•2 Related•Jul 06, 2026 • 12:30Andorra Police Arrest Five in Weekend Raids for Domestic Violence, Drink-DrivingAuthorities detained suspects across parishes for assaults, high alcohol levels causing crashes, and order violations during routine checks and responses to disturbances.
Culture•2 Related•Jul 04, 2026 • 17:45Sant Julià de Lòria Plans Annual Transhumance Festival to Honor Livestock FarmersSant Julià de Lòria's parish council seeks to make the Transhumance Festival an annual tradition. The third edition drew strong participation, showcasing cattle drives and local cuisine to celebrate the livestock sector's heritage.
Politics•2 Related•Jul 04, 2026 • 07:15Unió Laurediana Renews Leadership with Pere Betriu Marfany as PresidentSant Julià de Lòria's Unió Laurediana party held a congress to elect a refreshed executive committee, blending experience and new talent ahead of 2027 elections. Priorities include internal reforms, recruitment, and policy forums with civil society.
Business•4 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 19:30Andorra Work Accidents Drop 13.7% to 1,302 in 2025, No FatalitiesThe drop to 1,302 non-fatal cases marks a reversal from 2024's 1,509 incidents. Construction led with 405 cases, Andorra la Vella saw the most at 420. Police noted 533 road accidents, up 16.9%.
Politics•4 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 17:45Andorra's Espot Defends 15 Years of Governance, Announces Wage Hike and Housing AidIn his final debate speech, Xavier Espot touted economic successes and unveiled measures against living costs, including a minimum wage adjustment and broad rental support. Opposition leaders rejected his optimism, highlighting service failures and pre-election rifts.