Politics

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

Politics•4 Sources•Nov 30, 2025 • 20:03

Andorran privacy group demands safeguards as communes plan €2m surveillance expansion

APRi warns that the planned rollout of public and body‑worn cameras from 2026 must be justified, proportionate and subject to independent oversight.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 30, 2025 • 16:32

Escaldes-Engordany to relocate traffic service to new Avinguda del Fener premises

Town council acquired more than 1,100 m² in the Can Vidal development largely via payment-in-kind and bought an extra unit; adaptation works.

Politics•4 Sources•Nov 30, 2025 • 11:48

€1.45m in draft budget for 112 emergency centre and flood‑risk maps

The 2026 draft budget allocates €1,454,202.50—€1.27m for a new 112 National Emergency Centre and €184,202.50 to finish flood‑risk mapping; General.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 30, 2025 • 06:49

DA president Ladislau Baró says party made no major strategic errors

Baró defended his party's record, asserting they haven't made any important strategic decisions wrong and opposing broad criticism.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 30, 2025 • 06:20

EU Council adopts updated tax-information exchange protocol with Andorra

Council ratifies amendment aligning Andorra-EU automatic exchange of financial-account information with the OECD's revised standard effective 1 Jan.

Politics•5 Sources•Nov 30, 2025 • 06:18

Encamp posts €9m Q3 surplus as debate rages over construction levies

The commune reported roughly €32m in revenues and €23m in expenditures by Sept.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 29, 2025 • 22:47

Classmates' parents say mother and daughter seemed close before Coll de Nargó killing

Around a dozen relatives testified they saw no signs of trouble; the mother admitted killing her daughter and attempting suicide, and toxicology.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 29, 2025 • 20:47

Pope Leo XIV's election pauses Andorra abortion decriminalisation deal

The conservative pontiff's election halts a cross-party agreement that reconciled the reform with the Vatican's Co-Prince role, making a deal unlikely before next elections.

Politics•5 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 17:33

Ordino councillor says national government 'lost control' of immigration and housing

Enric Dolsa criticises government inaction on housing shortages, urges public-private partnerships to prioritise rentals and preserve infrastructure amid rapid population growth.

Politics•3 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 16:33

Nacions Unides park closed after lease ends; three towers and underground car park agreed

After the island‑6 lease termination, Escaldes‑Engordany negotiated a deal with owners and developers to build three residential blocks, add a.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 29, 2025 • 13:32

Email shows CNI urged FinCEN to issue second advisory on Banca Privada d’Andorra

An email presented in Spanish court cases and the probe into Andorran sovereignty reveals the Centro Nacional de Inteligencia pushed US authorities.

Politics•3 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 07:02

Concòrdia stays on pension reform commission, warns against burdening younger generations

Concòrdia will remain in the working commission to push for cross‑party agreements and protect younger cohorts from disproportionate pension costs;.

Politics•2 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 06:48

Andorra blames judiciary after convicted Georgian disappears

Interior Minister says judges control sentence timing and may not have informed the ministry of the release.

Politics•4 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 06:36

Arca d’Aixovall supported‑housing residence opens in Sant Julià de Lòria

The Andorran Red Cross has converted the former Peralba hotel into a temporary residence to house people and families who are homeless or at risk.

Politics•3 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 06:35

French massage therapist denies sexual‑assault charges as Andorra trial adjourned

Hearing paused until 9 December after the public prosecutor fell ill; defendant, held since March, faces three charges including two alleged rapes.

Politics•3 Sources•Nov 29, 2025 • 06:03

Andorra says EU border‑management deal 'very advanced' and could sign by year‑end

Justice minister Ester Molné links the border accord to a wider EU association agreement, saying it would enable cross‑border police cooperation.

Politics•2 Sources•Nov 28, 2025 • 22:32

Guardia Civil commanders train Andorran police in mountain search procedures

About 40 officers from multiple units learned updated procedures and tools for searching missing persons in challenging high-mountain and rural terrain to boost operational readiness.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 28, 2025 • 21:47

Suñé says Andorra EU association referendum unlikely in near term

Former parliamentary speaker Roser Suñé warned a likely 'mixed' EU association agreement could lead to years of procedures, making a prompt.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 28, 2025 • 19:19

Escaldes council probes rooftop coverings at Zenit penthouses

Escaldes parish council is investigating roof structures added to terraces of the Zenit towers that may exceed the authorised building envelope,.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 28, 2025 • 19:02

UK tightens ETA rules for Andorran travellers from 25 Feb 2026

Starting 25 February, airlines will deny boarding to those with only pending ETA applications, requiring a favourable decision beforehand for short visits, tourism, business or transit.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 28, 2025 • 11:49

Former general syndic Roser Suñé warns of resurgent far right

Suñé says she rates her concern about the international rise of the far right 8/10, citing antifeminist, racist and anti-immigrant rhetoric and.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 28, 2025 • 07:04

Andorra la Vella mayor warns of ‘judicial tsunami’ in Vinyes parking dispute

Mayor Sergi González says the conflict over the Vinyes parking project is escalating into a major legal battle, warning of frequent setbacks and.

Politics•2 Sources•Nov 28, 2025 • 07:03

Demòcrates to renew executive at 10th Congress; Espot to step down

Party congress in Andorra la Vella will elect a new national Executive and debate four strategic motions as Demòcrates refounds ahead of the next.

Politics•3 Sources•Nov 28, 2025 • 06:50

Andorra’s ombudsman attends ENO 2025 to strengthen cross‑border cooperation

Xavier Cañada joined the European Network of Ombudsmen conference at the European Parliament, meeting EU Ombudswoman Teresa Anjinho to discuss.

Politics•1 Source•Nov 28, 2025 • 06:20

Xavier Vives warns of rising protectionism and urges EU reforms, AI adoption

Speaking at the Family Business Forum, Vives tied renewed protectionism and geopolitical tensions to globalization, China’s rise and technology, and.