Politics

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

Politics•1 Source•Dec 19, 2025 • 21:15

Majoral Proposes Right-Wing Bloc for Andorran Elections

Josep Majoral of Unió Laurediana calls for uniting Virtus, Liberals, Acció, and others against the left alliance of Concòrdia, PS, and Desperta Laurèdia, inspired by historic liberal unity.

Politics•4 Sources•Dec 19, 2025 • 12:01

Parliamentary groups Concòrdia, PS, and Andorra Endavant amend government bill to equalize parental leave at

20 weeks years ahead of 2033, enhancing equity and child care.

Politics•5 Sources•Dec 19, 2025 • 06:45

Andorra Endorses EU Referendum Draft, Eyes 2026 Association Approval

State Pact approves regulation for consultative referendum on EU deal, with government sign-off set for Q1 2026 amid advancing negotiations.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 19, 2025 • 05:45

Andorra Civil Registry Proposes Separate Spouse Interviews to Prevent Fraudulent Marriages

Demòcrates group's amendment to Civil Registry Law mandates private interviews in high-risk cases to detect coercion, deception, or residency scams.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 19, 2025 • 00:01

Veterans Urge Catalonia to Reinstate Historic Sort Court

Group cites politically motivated 1965 abolition, geographic barriers to Tremp court, and unique local legal traditions in family and property law as reasons for reparative justice.

Politics•2 Sources•Dec 18, 2025 • 22:15

Andorra Public Sector Salaries Vary €20K by Department

Police and immigration staff top pay scales at up to €57,747 annually, while business and statistics roles lag at €20,000+, per 2026 budget data.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 18, 2025 • 15:31

Junts Demands Congress Release 'Operació Catalunya' Documents After Villarejo Testimony

Junts MPs urge Spain's Congress to unseal key files on 'Operació Catalunya' and Andorran probe, citing retired commissioner José Manuel Villarejo's.

Politics•4 Sources•Dec 18, 2025 • 14:31

Andorra's Espot Rejects Commune Funding Overhaul, Electoral Reforms

Head of government Xavier Espot defends current parish funding and election systems amid local demands, while outlining delays in EU association.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 18, 2025 • 13:46

Andorra Councillor Slams Steep Municipal Service Price Hikes

Opposition councillor David Astrié criticises planned increases in parking, emergency services, taxes, and fees ahead of Andorra la Vella council's.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 18, 2025 • 08:16

Columnist Slams Andorra PM's EU Strategy as Circus Act

Helena Anillo criticizes the prime minister's vague 'all options open' approach to EU integration as lacking vision, while rejecting calls for Andorra to mediate global conflicts as unrealistic fantasies.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 18, 2025 • 06:46

Jordana Deems Political Assessment of Serrano's Speech Inappropriate

Demòcrata group president Jordi Jordana stated it was not the right moment for a political evaluation of Carles Serrano's Thursday speech, as quoted.

Politics•4 Sources•Dec 18, 2025 • 06:16

Andorra's New Episcopal Co-Prince Urges Role in Global Peace Efforts

Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat addresses nearly 400 guests at his first Christmas reception, emphasizing multilateralism, care for the vulnerable, and environmental protection while highlighting 2025 milestones.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 17, 2025 • 22:17

Andorra PS Leader Accuses Wealthy Real Estate Tycoons of Holding Parliament Seats

Susanna Vela highlighted the conflict of interest during an interview, noting the public can identify them from their housing stances amid rising property prices.

Politics•5 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 21:46

Andorra CC Splits from Demòcrates, Govt Advances Rent De-Freezing

Ciutadans Compromesos to run independently in La Massana elections amid local clashes; government to table rent de-freezing bill by year-end,.

Politics•3 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 21:31

Andorra Appoints 9 New Police Officers to Combat Smuggling

Andorra's government hires nine police trainees amid expansion to 24 new officers targeting tobacco smuggling, plus approves education grants,.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 17, 2025 • 21:16

Social Democrats Quit Escaldes-Engordany Majority Over Gili's Undemocratic Style

Susanna Vela criticizes consellera Rosa Gili for bypassing consensus and stalling the agreed political programme, prompting the Social Democrats'.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 17, 2025 • 14:16

Andorra's Bishop Hosts Christmas Reception with Top Officials

Episcopal Co-Prince Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat welcomed key government figures including Cap de Govern Xavier Espot at a traditional holiday event.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 17, 2025 • 08:15

Escaldes-Engordany Lights Historic Bridges as Andorra la Vella Demands More Funding

Escaldes-Engordany installs lighting on heritage bridges to highlight cultural sites, while Andorra la Vella presses for higher government transfers.

Politics•5 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:31

Concòrdia Urges Debate on Parish Election Overhaul Bill

Opposition party Concòrdia calls on Andorran majority to consider its proposal for individual candidacies in parish elections to combat low turnout.

Politics•1 Source•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:01

Andorra PM: Closer EU Ties Boost Security

Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot states that aligning with Europe will strengthen, not undermine, the country's security amid integration.

Politics•3 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:01

The pact allows 18-30-year-olds to live and work in each country for up to two years, marking 30 years of

diplomatic ties and building on prior cooperation.

Politics•4 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:01

Andorra's ambassador joined a Council of Europe pact establishing an International Commission for Claims to

address damages from Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Politics•2 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:01

Andorra Welcomes New Apostolic Nuncio Piero Pioppo

Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor met the Holy See's envoy Piero Pioppo, discussing bilateral ties and global issues before his credentials.

Politics•4 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 06:16

Andorra Parishes Draft Consul Reform for Binding Input on Laws

Andorra's seven parishes propose legislation to formalize consuls' meetings, granting mandatory non-binding opinions on bills affecting locals and.

Politics•4 Sources•Dec 17, 2025 • 05:46

Andorra PM Admits Referendum Mistake on EU Deal

Head of government Xavier Espot calls announcing an EU association referendum a politicising error but pledges to hold it this term if possible,.