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Andorra Records 533 Traffic Accidents in 2025, One Fatal

Police data shows a rise in total crashes to 533 from 456 in 2024, but road deaths fell sharply to one. Most injuries were light, with highest victim rates in 30-39 age group and Andorra la Vella parish.

Politics•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 15:03

France Awards National Defence Medal to Four Andorran Police Officers for Security Cooperation

France's Direction du renseignement et de la sécurité de la défense awarded its National Defence Medal to four Andorran police officers for security cooperation, a first for Andorran personnel.

Sports•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 14:16

Nico Ratti Signs Contract Extension with FC Andorra Until 2029

The club's longest-serving player and youth product, who has featured in over 200 matches across five divisions, remains the last from Piqué's 2019 project despite limited starts this season.

Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 13:02

Andorra Union Warns Origin Hiring Risks Abuses and Local Job Losses

Unió Sindical d'Andorra opposes government-backed hiring from countries like Colombia, fearing poor conditions and resident displacement without proper controls. Argentinos en Andorra pushes for housing safeguards and professional recognition in nine-month deals.

Business•2 Related•May 15, 2026 • 10:02

French Probe Uncovers €13M Luxury Car Tax Fraud Scheme in Andorra

Authorities exposed a scheme where French clients used sham rentals to buy luxury cars in Andorra, evading €12.756 million in taxes. All 170 face penalties amid Franco-Andorran crackdown.

Health•4 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:32

Andorran Transplant Group ATIDA Hit by Email Hack Sending Fraudulent QR Code Messages

An unauthorized party accessed ATIDA's email account and sent deceptive messages posing as the association, risking exposure of contact details for transplant recipients and donors. The group has secured the account and alerted authorities.

Business•5 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Andorra Inflation Hits 4.8% in April 2026, Highest in Two Years

Sharp fuel price surges from Middle East conflict drove transport costs up 11.8% annually, outpacing food and housing gains, while core inflation eased to 3.1%.

Sports•3 Related•May 15, 2026 • 06:03

Andorra Honours Winter Olympians at Official Reception

Xavier Espot congratulated the athletes on their perseverance, while Minister Mònica Bonell pledged boosted public funding for high-performance sports, including the Ski Federation, to meet elite competition demands.

Business•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 19:46

Andorra Minister Eyes Boost to €35M Housing Fund Amid Strong Owner Interest

Andorra's government is considering raising its €35 million public housing budget due to promising early offers from owners for ready-to-use buildings. This aims to rapidly expand rental stock and ease prices.

Politics•5 Related•May 14, 2026 • 17:31

Andorra Housing Union Demands Rent Law Amendments to Prevent Evictions

The housing union outlines non-negotiable positions to amend the controversial rent decontrol law, seeking protections against unfair disparities and indirect evictions before 2027.

Environment•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra Parish Allocates Six Urban Garden Plots Amid 100 Applications

Opening eligibility to all ages drew overwhelming interest, prompting plans for expansion on new sites to address housing shortages and promote community farming.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 12:02

Andorra Immigration Issues 6,013 New Authorisations, Down 7.9% Year-on-Year

New permits dropped across most categories in late 2025-early 2026 due to quotas, but total active authorisations grew 2.2% to over 60,000 amid occupational shifts toward technicians and skilled workers.

Other•3 Related•May 14, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Volunteer Participation Plummets 62.6% in 2025 to 178 Registrants

Despite 14 events matching pre-pandemic levels, major sports gatherings like the European Small States Games drew large crowds, while environmental activities remain absent for six years.

Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:46

Portugal's PM Montenegro Visits Andorra to Inaugurate Consulate, Boost Ties

Portugal's Prime Minister Luís Montenegro arrives for his inaugural official visit to Andorra on May 20. He will sign a security pact, open a new consulate for thousands of Portuguese residents, and hold high-level talks with local leaders.

Politics•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:46

Former Andorran PM Jaume Bartumeu Attends Mitterrand Banquet in Paris

Joined European leaders including ex-Spanish PM Felipe González and French PMs Cazeneuve and Valls to honor François Mitterrand's legacy and invited his son to visit Andorra.

Environment•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Launches Process for First National Park in Canillo and Ordino Valleys

Andorran government and communes of Canillo and Ordino validated an agreement this week to create the Parc Natural Nacional de les Valls de Canillo i Ordino, published in BOPA to start public consultation.

Politics•4 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Social Democrats Propose Amendments to Strengthen Archives Law

Changes aim to enhance preservation, digitization, and access to documentary heritage while expanding public bodies' records management duties and integrating key institutional archives.

Business•5 Related•May 14, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra's USdA Launches Dedicated Union Branch for CASS Workers

Unió Sindical d’Andorra has established a specialised union for Caixa Andorrana de Seguretat Social staff. It targets better wages, stability and conditions amid institutional pressures to maintain public service quality.

Other•2 Related•May 14, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra Trial Ends for 'Demon' Spaniard: Prosecutors Seek 20 Months Jail Despite Addiction Evidence

Andorra trial ends for 40-year-old 'demon' Spaniard: prosecutors demand 20 months jail despite psychiatric evidence of addictions causing loss of control.

Politics•5 Related•May 13, 2026 • 21:46

Andorra Government Rejects Concòrdia's Demand to Halt EU Agreement Signing Before Referendum

Guillem Casal accused Concòrdia of misusing language by conflating the agreement's signing with its ratification and enforcement. He outlined remaining steps like EU Council approval and EFTA review before any referendum occurs.

Culture•2 Related•May 13, 2026 • 21:32

Over 600 Attend Quantum Physics Lecture Series in Andorra's International Year Event

Over 600 attended Agora Andorra's 7-session quantum physics series with experts like Juan Ignacio Cirac, hailed a success amid rising public interest.

Other•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 20:02

Andorra Completes €160K Landscaping Upgrade at Casa dels Guardes, Transforming Site into Youth Camp

Escaldes-Engordany council and FEDA collaborate on greener spaces with heritage panels and quieter infrastructure, while repurposing buildings for summer camps hosting groups of 10 children.

Other•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 17:16

Andorra General Council Launches Tender for Final Casa de la Vall Landscaping Phase

€376,033 budget covers green spaces, urban furniture, and maintenance until 2032 behind historic parliament, with works due in three months and full opening targeted for September.

Politics•3 Related•May 13, 2026 • 16:32

Escaldes-Engordany Consellera Defends Parish Role in Urban Planning Amid APTA Push

Rosa Gili asserts parish councils' superior local insight for urban planning, countering APTA's proposal for a national coordinating body. She highlights rapid population surge and calls for national debate on Andorra's development future before new laws.

Health•5 Related•May 13, 2026 • 14:17

Santa Coloma's Solà d’Enclar Opens as Supported Housing for 21 with Stabilised Mental Disorders

Andorra's refurbished Solà d’Enclar in Santa Coloma launches Thursday as supported housing for up to 21 people with stabilised mental health issues. It provides tailored intensive or minimal support to promote community integration via temporary stays.