Politics

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

Politics•3 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 06:18

Gerard Alís Confirmed as PS Lead Candidate for Andorra's 2027 Elections

The Partit Socialdemòcrata validated lawyer Gerard Alís as its head of government candidate for 2027 after primaries where he emerged as the consensus choice. He vows to tackle housing shortages and youth struggles in Andorra's growing economy.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 20:30

Andorra Court VP Reports Drop in Judicial Delay Cases

Andorra's Constitutional Court vice-president Pere Pastor highlights fewer complaints about judicial delays at a book launch event. He welcomes the trend but emphasizes the court's limited role in remedies.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Tenants' Union Launches Civil Disobedience Over Rental Law

Andorra's tenants' rights group vows apartment block protests and solidarity networks after parties DA and CC dismissed its housing protections during Rental Deregulation Law passage. PS slams rental aid cuts hiding crisis scale.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra PS Demands Data on Pupil Mobility Disrupting Schools

Andorra's opposition PS, led by deputy Pere Baró, questions government on rising pupil transfers straining schools amid economic woes. Professionals report disruptions to ratios, monitoring, and staff wellbeing, urging data and resources for stability.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra's POB Exam Sees 95.28% Pass Rate at Escola Andorrana

Andorra reports strong 2026 baccalaureate results, with Escola Andorrana achieving a 95.28% pass rate in POB exams, surpassing last year. Professional tracks show solid outcomes amid national education priorities.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 07:00

Progressistes-SDP Warns of Andorra's Housing Crisis and Social Divide at Assembly

Andorra's Progressistes-SDP party convened its general assembly to address pressing challenges, including a housing crisis and emerging social divides, urging focus on solutions over electoral rhetoric ahead of elections.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Electoral Board Clears CASS Candidate of Major Pre-Campaign Breach

The board dismissed a complaint against Canturri for minor ballot distribution, noting no broader violations or propaganda, amid surging voter turnout in ongoing CASS elections.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Minister Tor Backs Two-State Solution at Paris Conference

Andorra's Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor spoke at a Paris conference marking the first anniversary of the Appel de Paris, urging civil society efforts for Israeli-Palestinian peace through dialogue and education amid Gaza's crisis.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 06:15

Catalonia's Illa Backs Tax Tools for Organyà Zone to Lure Andorran Firms

Catalan president Salvador Illa voiced strong support for fiscal incentives to boost the Organyà economic zone as a growth hub. He emphasized collaboration with Andorra and Occitània to tackle regional issues without harming local firms.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 06:15

La Seu d’Urgell Mayor Sees Easing Andorra Worker Housing Pressure, Warns of Regional Spread

Housing market strain in La Seu d’Urgell from Andorran workers has eased due to government actions, but rising rents and shortages are spreading to nearby areas, spurring regional policy discussions.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 15:30

Renzi Dodges Andorra-EU Integration Questions at Pyrenees Meeting

At the 37th Pyrenees Business Meeting in La Seu d'Urgell, former Italian PM Matteo Renzi avoided specifics on Andorra's EU ties, deferring to local leaders, but endorsed EU dialogue and called for a bolder, less bureaucratic Europe.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

France Exempts Andorran Students from Non-EU Tuition Hike Starting 2026

France endorses Andorran students' equal status with French nationals under a 2000 treaty, sparing them from sharp fee rises to nearly 3,000 euros for bachelor's degrees next year. Formal guarantees followed ambassador meetings.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Concòrdia Proposes Amendments for Open Access and Digital Preservation in Archives Bill

Concòrdia seeks broader public access to documents, stricter digital preservation protocols, and clearer definitions in the Archives and Documentary Heritage Bill to boost transparency and protect Andorra's heritage.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Relaunches Grant Call for Development Projects After Low Initial Submissions

Andorra's Foreign Affairs Ministry has opened a second grant round to boost submissions from civic entities and non-profits for international development projects, with deadlines and higher funding for gender-focused initiatives.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:31

Escaldes-Engordany's Rosa Gili Defends Late Capacity Reports Amid Government Clash

Escaldes-Engordany's cònsol major Rosa Gili blamed an official's oversight for delayed submission of technical reports on infrastructure capacity, criticising the Government for public attacks instead of direct contact and urging focus on national issues like mobility and health.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:00

Andorra Signs Deal to Simplify Constitution into Easy-Read Format

Andorran officials formalized a pact Thursday to convert the Constitution and other laws into accessible formats. The initiative promotes universal understanding of public documents, with CASS already adopting similar practices for resolutions.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 23:30

Andorran Virtus Party to Run Solo in General Elections, No Alliances

Virtus, evolved from a decade-old group, distances itself from Demòcrates and the government, pushing governance reform via participation and addressing demographic pressures straining housing, infrastructure, and services.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra's Espot Slams Bulgaria's Block on EU Pact as Baffling Obstacle

Andorra's leader calls resistance to the EU association agreement increasingly incomprehensible, blaming Bulgaria's holdout tied to a San Marino dispute. He expects a swift diplomatic fix and EU Parliament ratification soon.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Digital secures sovereign cloud deals with Google, AWS, Microsoft

Public company Andorra Digital launches framework for cloud services guaranteeing data control via sovereign keys. Minister Rossell highlights strict clauses on jurisdiction and access, responding to opposition queries on security and costs amid push for digital transformation.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Deputy Queries Prison Staff Numbers, Plans Amid Unrest

Deputy president Pere Baró demands detailed data on prison staff corps, including headcount breakdowns, retirement forecasts, salary evolution, and enhanced dialogue plans with representatives to address unrest.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Angelina Mas, Andorran Women's Suffrage Pioneer, Dies at 82

Andorran activist Angelina Mas, key in winning women's suffrage and advancing social security reforms, died Tuesday after health decline. Tributes highlight her enduring impact on women's and disability rights.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Andorra Citizen Advocate Warns of 38.5% Complaints Surge Straining Services

Andorra's Raonador del Ciutadà reports a 38.5% rise in complaints to 424 in 2025, driven by rapid growth outpacing public services in healthcare, education, housing, and mobility. Housing complaints among youth and residents surged 155.5%.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Rosa Gili Defends Escaldes-Engordany on Load Capacity Report Delay Amid Government Clash

Escaldes-Engordany's leader accuses the government of turning an administrative oversight into a political row, demanding clarity on load capacity studies vital for urban planning and national infrastructure challenges.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 05:45

Andorran CASS Election Candidates Push Pension Reforms and Healthcare Transparency

Intense campaigning marks the June 17 CASS board elections in Andorra, as candidates across groups demand pension sustainability, streamlined medical processes, and greater transparency in healthcare spending.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 19:35

Andorran Government Approves €69,856 in Subsidies for Gender Equality and Anti-Violence Projects

The Council of Ministers allocated funds to 15 organizations, covering partial organizational costs for projects targeting women. This includes support for addiction recovery spaces, training on gender perspectives, and media campaigns on empowerment and well-being.