Andorra's PS Party Rejects 2026 Budget Over Low Investments
Opposition leader Pere Baró slams government's plan for allocating only 14% to investments amid soaring social spending and housing cuts.
Key Points
- Only 14% of budget for investments, rest for operations.
- Economy grew 42% since 2019, but social spending up 101%.
- Cuts to housing investment from 2025 levels.
- PS demands focus on housing, health, social services, diversification.
The Social Democratic Party (PS) of Andorra has released a video on its social media channels outlining its reasons for voting against the government's proposed budget for 2026.
PS leader Pere Baró, who heads the party in opposition, highlighted that only 14 out of every 100 euros in the budget would go toward investments, with the remainder covering day-to-day operational costs. He pointed to a 42% growth in the economy since 2019, contrasted against a 101% surge in social spending over the same period. Baró argued this shows economic expansion has failed to benefit most residents.
The party also criticised cuts to housing investment compared with 2025 levels. Baró concluded by stating the PS supports a budget that prioritises housing, strengthens health and social services, and promotes economic diversification.
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