Politics

Government, policy, and civic affairs across Andorra and Catalonia.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 22, 2026 • 00:11

Andorra la Vella approves tender for 110 surveillance cameras

The comú has approved a national tender worth 47,200 euros to install 110 video surveillance cameras across communal facilities, car parks, lifts and water service sites.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 23:58

Andorra Social Democrats Seek Sanctions Regime in Transparency Law Reform

The Partit Socialdemòcrata proposes fines of up to 24,000 euros, a lobby register and Raonador oversight after finding 46% of the 2021 transparency law is not fully observed.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 23:52

Andorra firefighters end overtime protest after Govern commitments deal

SIB A118 members voted by majority to lift measures from Monday 19 October after weeks of talks with the Govern produced an agreement on safety and service conditions.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 23:47

Andorra Cyber and Data Agencies Sign Incident Coordination Protocol

ANC-AD and APDA agreed procedures to share information, set indicative deadlines and launch a joint reporting form while keeping their separate powers.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 23:47

Andorran Govern approves bill for temporary fuel price cuts from October to December

The bill makes diesel 15 cents cheaper per litre in October and November and 8 cents in December, while petrol falls 20 cents then 13 cents, retroactive from 1 October.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 19:53

Concòrdia files around fifty amendments to Andorra Property Registry bill

The parliamentary group wants fee-based owner lookups, mandatory registration of primary-residence rental contracts and automatic data sharing between public registers.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 19:32

Encamp comú plans October approval of working hours regulation for 2027

Deputy consul Xavier Fernández says the text, in final legal and linguistic review, would take effect on 1 January 2027, with a compensation regulation expected in November.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 19:10

Demòcrates Tables 20 Amendments to Andorra Higher Education Law

The Demòcrata parliamentary group proposes stronger oversight of universities, a more independent AQUA, tighter rules on double degrees and full Catalan institutional websites.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 18:45

Andorra Government Backs PS Bill on Housing Cooperatives

The executive issued a favourable opinion on Laia Moliné's bill to regulate cession-of-use housing cooperatives, while flagging adjustments needed during the amendment period.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 15:00

Andorra Pushes Tramvalira Tram as Flagship of New Cross-Border Grouping

Andorra has made the Tramvalira tram link the centerpiece of an EGTC with Catalonia and Occitania, with legal documents being drafted for formation next year.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 13:00

Andorra Real-Estate Director Denies Sexual Harassment, Blames Poor Spanish Translation

A 53-year-old company director told the Tribunal de Corts his remarks to a cleaning employee were Catalan-to-Spanish translation errors, as prosecutors seek a four-month conditional sentence.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 12:32

Andorran Social Democrats Press Government on Digital Wallet Security and Costs

Fifteen written questions target the wallet's EU interoperability, use of Google services, source-code ownership and total cost as the government faces scrutiny over data protection and public control.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 12:00

Spain seizes 350 contraband cigars from Andorra at La Farga de Moles border

Civil Guard and Tax Agency officers found the cigars, worth about €4,000, hidden in a vehicle's spare-wheel compartment during a 7 October inspection.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 11:58

Andorra PS leader Gerard Alís accuses DA of camouflaging party brand before election

Social Democrat candidate Gerard Alís says Democrats for Andorra is hiding behind a new platform, and calls for the campaign to focus on housing and purchasing power.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 11:57

Argentine seasonal workers bound for Andorra refused entry over Schengen requirements

Argentinos en Andorra says two young women were refused Schengen entry despite holding pre-contracts with Andorran employers, warning that a job offer does not exempt travellers.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 21, 2026 • 11:57

Non-resident man arrested in Andorra la Vella after brandishing knives at two locations

Police said the man threatened passers-by at a nightspot on Carrer Bonaventura Riberaygua and a service station on Prat de la Creu before being taken into custody.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 15, 2026 • 18:00

Andorra, Catalonia, Occitania Advance EGTC for Cross-Border Projects

Andorra's government is pushing the Andorra-Pirineus EGTC with Catalonia and Occitania to boost economic collaboration and secure EU funds. The initiative highlights diversification, mobility, sustainability, and culture during an upcoming forum.

Politics•3 Related•Oct 15, 2026 • 18:00

Andorra's PS Meets La Seu d’Urgell Mayor on Housing and Cross-Border Issues

Andorra's Partit Socialdemòcrata held a constructive meeting with La Seu d’Urgell mayor Joan Barrera. They focused on coordinated solutions for housing pressures, efficient cross-border mobility, immigration effects, and balanced economic growth to benefit residents.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 15, 2026 • 17:00

Andorra Union Notifies Ministry of Anti-EU Deal Protest Rally

Union leader Joan Torra alerted authorities to a Monday evening rally in Andorra's main square, urging a public vote on the EU association pact amid broad political support and prior petition momentum.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 15, 2026 • 15:30

Andorran PM Espot Dismisses EU Deal Protest as Futile Before Signing

Andorran Head of Government Xavier Espot downplayed a citizen-led protest against the EU association agreement, stating it changes nothing about the planned signing next Monday. He stressed the need for formal organiser details and defended post-ratification referendum timing.

Politics•4 Related•Oct 15, 2026 • 14:15

Virtus warns Andorra's pension system risks deficit by decade's end without reforms

Andorra's pension system, sustained by demographic growth so far, faces collapse from fewer young workers and more retirees. Virtus demands immediate reviews of contributions, benefits, retirement age, and savings options to avert crisis.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 15, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Adds Pet Certificates to Digital Wallet App on First Anniversary

On its first anniversary, Andorra's digital wallet app introduces pet ownership certificates, reaching 26 total credentials. Usage stats show strong adoption among 31-60 age group, with new QR verification and organization tools enhancing functionality.

Politics•2 Related•Oct 14, 2026 • 18:45