Politics

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

Politics•5 Related•Jan 02, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Divided on EU Pact as Espot Addresses Housing Crisis in New Year's Speech

Public evenly split on EU association agreement amid high uncertainty; government pledges rental reforms, public housing expansion, and transparent.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 31, 2025 • 06:45

Andorra-EU Association Deal in Technical Tie as Opposition Softens

New AR+I survey shows 35.2% support and 34.1% opposition to the EU agreement, with undecided responses surging amid concerns over free movement and.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 30, 2025 • 23:00

Andorra's PS Proposes 10 Amendments for Indexed Wages and Pensions in 2026 Budget

The package includes tiered IPC-linked pension hikes, public sector pay equity, and reallocations to social dialogue, youth programs, and cultural initiatives for greater fairness and cohesion.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 30, 2025 • 19:15

Sant Julià de Lòria Approves €24M 2026 Budget with 18% Spending Surge

Parish council passes ambitious budget focused on infrastructure and personnel amid opposition criticism over vision and fiscal risks.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 30, 2025 • 13:16

Junts per la Seu d’Urgell Secures Council Wins on Driving Tests and Social Services

La Seu d’Urgell council unanimously backs motion for full central funding of local driving exams and approves call for more Catalan social services.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 30, 2025 • 06:30

Record 20% of Andorrans View Immigration as Major Problem

ARI poll shows record 20% of nationals view immigration as major problem, up from 7.2% earlier 2025. Housing tops concerns at 42.3%.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 29, 2025 • 10:45

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez Takes Family Holiday in Andorra Ski Resort

Pedro Sánchez, his wife, and daughters are enjoying a private New Year's getaway at a luxury hotel in Les Pardines, featuring skiing and shopping.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 29, 2025 • 07:00

Rosa Gili Denies Election Pacts with Concòrdia Amid PS Claims

Escaldes-Engordany's cònsol major rejects alliance rumors, calls PS focus on her 'surreal,' and prioritizes housing and pensions over personal.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 27, 2025 • 16:02

Demòcrates to Extend 10% Pension Boost to 60 Early-Retired Public Workers

Parliamentary group tables budget amendment expanding pension increase from 10 mandatory to 58 early retirees in 2025, fulfilling union side deal.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 27, 2025 • 06:31

Demòcrates Reject Fast-Track on Paternity Leave Equalisation

Amendments extend gradual scale to adoption and fostering leave, equalise benefits, and rename the bill to promote family co-responsibility while ensuring fiscal prudence.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 24, 2025 • 12:15

Concordia Queries Andorra Gov't on Spain's EES Impact on Family Reunification

Andorran parliamentary group seeks assessment of Spain's Entry/Exit system effects on non-EU family reunification and minors' status amid Schengen.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 24, 2025 • 06:45

Hope Palestina Urges Andorra to Prepare Gaza Evacuations Amid Crisis

Representatives met Andorra's Foreign Minister to highlight Gaza's humanitarian plight and push for coordination on potential evacuations via.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 24, 2025 • 06:45

Andorran Councillor Proposes Amendments for Unrestricted Banking Data Access

Pere Baró Rocamonde seeks to override AREB and AFA data secrecy rules, ensuring parliamentary oversight of intervened BPA bank amid political rifts.

Politics•3 Related•Dec 23, 2025 • 21:00

Andorra Government Rejects Tripartite Commission to Halt Escaldes Towers

Andorra's government rejects Escaldes mayor's tripartite commission to halt towers, as Minister Casal says parishes control most planning powers and she had 6 years to act.

Politics•3 Related•Dec 23, 2025 • 20:01

Andorra Dissolves Covid Lab for New Health Research Institute, Ratifies UN Rights Pact

Council of Ministers approves dissolving the National Epidemiology Laboratory to create the University Institute for Health Research, ratifies.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 23, 2025 • 20:01

Andorra's General Syndic Urges Prudent Management of Co-Princely System Amid Abortion Debate

Carles Ensenyat calls for stability and continuity in institutions to address modern challenges like abortion decriminalisation, as parliamentary.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 23, 2025 • 19:45

Andorra Delays Rental Law Until 2026 for Broader Consultations

Government postpones rental law presentation to Q1 2026 amid backlash, expanding talks with tenants, landlords, opposition, and unions before 2027.

Politics•3 Related•Dec 23, 2025 • 16:15

Retired Police and Officials Demand Back Pay for Frozen GAdA Supplement

Around 100 retirees in Andorra threaten lawsuits after exclusion from civil servant compensation deal; government says agreement covers active.

Politics•3 Related•Dec 23, 2025 • 06:45

Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat hosted Georges-François Leclerc at the Episcopal Palace to discuss Andorra's

Bishop Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat met Georges-François Leclerc at the Episcopal Palace to exchange views on Andorra developments and highlight co-princes' cooperation.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 22, 2025 • 18:16

Andorra Opposition Slams Demòcrates' Tax on Expat Property Sales

Parliamentary opposition criticizes Demòcrates' proposal to tax non-resident Andorrans selling overseas real estate, amid clashes over nationality.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 22, 2025 • 06:15

Andorra's PM Welcomes New French Co-Prince Representative Leclerc

Xavier Espot hosted Georges-François Leclerc's inaugural visit, following protocols and ahead of Sant Tomàs events to strengthen bilateral ties.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 21, 2025 • 07:01

81-year-old Cuban-American entrepreneur and philanthropist Benjamín León Jr

The 81-year-old Cuban-American entrepreneur, nominated by President Trump, will be based in Madrid under dual accreditation and promote American interests in trade, security, and cultural ties.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 20, 2025 • 11:15

100 Retired Police and Staff Demand GAdA Productivity Payments

Retired public sector workers file claims for shares of €13.5M salary regularization, citing discrimination after exclusion from October payouts.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 20, 2025 • 07:01

Andorra-Spain Agree to Border Deal Skipping Routine EES Checks from 2026

Andorra and Spain will negotiate from early 2026 a border deal skipping routine EES checks, using advance Schengen screenings while keeping random inspections.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 20, 2025 • 07:01

Andorran Statistics Council Approves 2026 Programme with 8 New Activities

The programme covers 217 activities, adding focus on research, transport, finances, and more, pending final government approval after new law's.