Politics

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

Politics•5 Related•Jan 15, 2026 • 05:31

Andorra Councillor Slams Nursery Fee Hike as Cover-Up, Demands Budget Revote

David Astrié accuses PS-Concòrdia of covert nursery fee hike and axing sibling discounts; council blames calculation error, sets corrected €363.52 rate with no overcharges.

Politics•3 Related•Jan 15, 2026 • 00:02

Law Professor Lectures on Andorra's EU Association Agreement Ahead of Referendum

Patrick Klaousen reviews 40 years of Andorra-EU relations, delays in the pact, and its asymmetric nature at a packed town hall event, urging.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 20:16

Andorra Defends Strict Family Reunification Rules After 16 Argentine Families Leave

Government insists on income thresholds and quota distinctions amid complaints from Argentinos en Andorra association over denied minor applications.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Government Rejects Electoral Reform Proposal Over Stability Fears

Andorran government rejects Concordia's open-list PR proposal for parish constituencies, warning it could fragment the General Council and threaten stability.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Citizens' Assembly Launches Second Phase for Long-Term Strategy

50 diverse participants prioritize over 100 proposals from public consultations to shape Andorra's development over the next 25-30 years, producing.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 06:16

Pope Leo XIV Condemns Abortion, Surrogacy, and Euthanasia in New Year Address

Pontiff's strong rejection of life-denying practices sharpens debate over Andorra's abortion decriminalization push amid ongoing Vatican talks.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 13, 2026 • 06:46

Social Democrat Queries Government on Pending Regulations Since 2019

Susanna Vela Palomares submits parliamentary question demanding list of unimplemented norms from 2019-2023 laws, with ministry breakdowns and.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 13, 2026 • 06:46

Pujol Family Tax Advisor Testifies on 2014 Andorra Accounts Revelation

Josep Anton Sánchez Carreté told Spain's National Court he learned of the Pujol family's secret Andorra funds only after Jordi Pujol's 2014 public.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 13, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Denies Family Reunification for 16 Argentine Minors Over EES Violations

Residents' groups and Unicef urge clearer rules and child protections after authorities forced returns, citing Schengen stay limits and missing documents for non-EU families.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 12, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra Records 100 Catalan Language Law Complaints in 2025

Over half target commercial signage; most cases open, with rising language course enrollments signaling compliance.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 12, 2026 • 06:16

Former General Councillor from Canillo and Hotel Naudí owner passes away at home in Soldeu after aggressive

Miquel Naudí Clop, Canillo-born hotelier and former General Councillor, died at 77 in Soldeu after an aggressive illness.

Politics•3 Related•Jan 12, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Cuts INH Housing Transfers by 40% in 2026 Budget

Government reduces funding to Institut Nacional de l'Habitatge from €714,916 to €428,972, but expects 54% revenue rise from public housing to offset.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 09, 2026 • 20:45

Concòrdia Proposes €10M Tourism Cuts to Fund Housing, Health in Andorra 2026 Budget

Andorra's Concòrdia group submits 19 amendments to slash tourism promotion and admin costs, redirecting funds to social priorities amid tight.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 09, 2026 • 20:15

Andorra Police Force Expands to 290 Officers with New Recruits

Eight new officers sworn in as force grows from 266 to 290 amid high recruitment interest; leaders praise safety record and push for further expansion.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 09, 2026 • 18:01

Andorra Justice Minister Urges Patience on Pas de la Casa Anti-Smuggling Plan

Molné admits the initiative lacks full effectiveness yet, emphasizing its phased rollout with new police hires and Penal Code reforms requiring mid- to long-term evaluation.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 09, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra Targets Labour Law Gaps Before ICESCR Ratification

Government identifies reforms in union rights, maternity leave, and safety to align with UN covenant, amid union criticism of inspectorate failures.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 07, 2026 • 23:00

Andorra Defends Housing Policies Amid Single Mother's Eviction Spotlight

Government insists no one is left without support after a single mother's temporary shelter placement, emphasizing personalized aid and rejecting.

Politics•3 Related•Jan 07, 2026 • 20:45

Andorra Backs Venezuelans After US Detains Maduro, Urges UN-Led Resolution

Andorra's government expresses solidarity with Venezuelans post-US intervention detaining Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, calling for peaceful.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 07, 2026 • 20:45

Andorra's Citizen Assembly Completes 50-Member Roster from 457 Applicants

The participatory initiative 'Tracem el futur d’Andorra en un món que canvia' selects diverse representatives to review proposals and draft.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 07, 2026 • 18:15

Venezuelans in Andorra Celebrate Maduro's US Arrest on Drug Charges

Around 40 Venezuelan residents held a peaceful gathering in Andorra la Vella to rejoice at Nicolás Maduro's detention, expressing joy for change.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 07, 2026 • 18:00

Concòrdia Proposes 19 Amendments to Slash Andorra's 2026 Budget for Housing, Health Priorities

Andorra's Concòrdia group submits cuts to EU relations, tourism, and transport funding, redirecting €millions to social welfare, innovation,.

Politics•3 Related•Jan 06, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Endavant Misses 2026 Budget Amendments Deadline on Housing Proposals

Opposition MPs' late submission rejected due to technical confusion, but party vows to champion modular homes and rental aid in debates.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 05, 2026 • 21:16

Andorra Coordinates Repatriation of Citizen from Venezuela Amid US-Led Maduro Capture

Andorra's Foreign Ministry aids its sole national in safe rural Venezuela during US operation detaining Maduro, issues alerts, while local.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 05, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra Union Slams Labour Law Reform for Ignoring Private-Sector Rights

USdA criticises government bill for entrenching weak collective bargaining and dismissal protections, amid scant private-sector agreements.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 02, 2026 • 23:15

Demòcrata Amendments Fix Andorra's 2026 Budget Shortfalls

Parliamentary group secures funding for Data Protection Agency, pensions, prison expansion, and digital projects in Andorra's proposed budget.