Transport•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 19:45Andorra Reactivates Free Student Bus Service for New School YearDedicated buses operate exclusively for students, offering free rides with a resident or youth card to reduce peak-hour pressure on public transport.
Politics•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 17:15Andorra and Spain Sign Pact for Mutual Recognition of Educational QualificationsThe deal specifies equivalent titles like ESO for Andorran batxillerat entry and batxillerat for Spanish programs. A joint group will meet yearly to monitor progress and updates, enhancing mobility while upholding standards.
Business•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 12:00Andorra Approves State Bachelor's Degree in TourismAndorra's government has launched a new state bachelor's program in tourism, featuring flexible delivery modes and multilingual requirements to train professionals for diverse industry roles.
Health•3 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 10:45Andorra's Radars Project Detects 15 Loneliness Cases in ElderlyThe initiative mobilizes volunteers, local shops, pharmacies, and surveys to spot isolation in seniors. It triggered swift assessments and support, with officials praising early detection by proximity networks.
Politics•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 10:30Andorra Rejects La Plana Site for Multiconfessional Cemetery Over Aquifer RisksTechnical assessments flagged soil instability and water pollution dangers from aquifers, clashing with ground burial requirements of diverse faiths. Officials now scout alternatives to meet long-standing religious demands.
Politics•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 10:00Andorra Firefighters Union Warns Hiring Pace Risks Service Shortfalls Amid GrowthAndorra's firefighters' union reports that replacing only retiring staff will leave 121 personnel by 2031, insufficient for rising population, emergencies, and tourism peaks. They urge a comprehensive resizing strategy.
Sports•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 07:3055th Rally Andorra Unveils New Multi-Category Format on Closed RoadsOrganisers confirm a compact schedule simplifying participation for teams in the integrated disciplines, starting with checks and two stages on Friday before six more on Saturday.
Other•3 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 06:30British Tourist Dies in Andorra Mountain Fall Near Port d'ArbellaA 28-year-old man holding a British passport died in a suspected fall in the Tristaina cirque. Rescuers braved high winds to retrieve his body from Port d'Arbella on Thursday following alerts from a passerby.
Sports•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 06:00BC MoraBanc Andorra Unveils 'Gebre' and 'Torb' Kits for 2026/27 SeasonThe club launched its rebranded kits themed around 'cold' and local pride at a lively fan event, introducing matching designs for senior and youth teams for the first time.
Business•3 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 23:00Andorra Housing Union Urges Renters to Unite Against Eviction CrisisFamilies in Andorra face evictions without affordable options in a strained market, prompting the Sindicat d’Habitatge to rally affected workers for collective action and push for legislative reforms ensuring housing access aligns with incomes.
Business•2 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 19:45Windmill Scammer Hendrik Holt Escapes German Prison After Andorra TiesGerman prosecutors have issued a manhunt for Hendrik Holt, the fraudster behind bogus wind farm schemes including one in Andorra, after he vanished following a prison furlough in Berlin. Speculation points to Moscow.
Sports•3 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 16:15The team is using the two-day camp for on-rink training, physical conditioning, and team-building hikes. Andorra's facilities and mild weather drew praise from officials and coach Marc Muntané.
Transport•2 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 12:45Concrete Detaches from Andorra Car Park Ramp, Closing Upper EntranceAuthorities closed the upper entrance from Plaça Rebés after a concrete panel detached from the ceiling, prompting safety measures and technical inspections. Parking capacity remains unaffected with detours in place.
Business•4 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 11:15Andorrans Take 30% of Rent Aid Grants in H1 2026, Behind SpaniardsProvisional data shows 51.4% of 1,658 rent aid applications approved in first half of 2026. Spanish residents led recipients, but Andorrans ranked second. Stricter rules caused most rejections for low rent-to-income ratios.
Health•4 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 11:00Pensions for people with severe disabilities in Andorra grew amid shifting applications and demographics. Women saw sharp increases, while monthly payments in key bands expanded notably.
Business•2 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 06:16Andorran Family Evicted After 12 Years, Moves In with Daughter Amid Rental CrisisLong-term residents in Andorra received an eviction notice after 12 years in their apartment, unable to find affordable housing amid high rents and low supply. They have relocated to their daughter's home while considering a move to Spain.
Other•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 21:15Search Intensifies for Missing 28-Year-Old British Tourist in Escaldes-EngordanyAuthorities in Escaldes-Engordany launched a search after a 28-year-old British tourist vanished from his hotel three nights ago, leaving belongings behind. Police review CCTV while firefighters check the river area amid concerns over his mobility issues.
Business•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 20:30Government shifts to a Canillo property for rental after dismissing the risky La Massana site. Negotiations advance for buying four buildings, while Borda Nova I housing sees partial assignments amid 1,300 on waiting list.
Culture•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 20:15Andorra Launches Tenders to Relocate National Archive to Hotel Rosaleda AnnexThe relocation aims to unify all ministry departments in the former Hotel Rosaleda complex, completing a process initiated in 2020. The National Archive will take over the annex space.
Business•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 20:00Andorra Approves Foundation Registry Reforms to Boost Transparency and Fight Money LaunderingThe reforms mandate registration of ultimate beneficial owners, official emails, notarised patron deeds, and stricter timelines to modernise operations and combat financial crimes effectively.
Other•3 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 19:45Tor Mountain Co-Owners Clash Over Vehicle Access Limits Near AndorraDispute escalates among Tor mountain property owners in Pallars Sobirà as majority backs barring non-resident vehicles on the unpaved track to Andorra's Port de Cabús, citing hazards and liability, while opponents fear tourism losses.
Other•3 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 19:00Andorra Appoints Firefighter Veteran as New Fire Prevention DirectorExperienced firefighter Joan Josep Barrio López takes helm of Andorra's fire service, with a deputy appointed and six new hires—including a record three women—set to bolster the brigade to 124 members.
Transport•4 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 18:30Andorra Approves €5M Tender for Airport Routes to Madrid, Palma and ParisAndorran government launches urgent tender to secure vital Madrid and Palma flights at Andorra-la Seu Airport while adding regular Paris service. Minister Conxita Marsol says €5M budget ensures viability amid rising passenger numbers.
Culture•3 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 17:45Encamp Hosts 37th Aplec de la Sardana with Catalan Dance GroupsHundreds of dancers from Catalonia gather in Andorra's Encamp for the traditional sardana festival. Competitions span multiple categories, blending dance with castells and communal meals over the weekend.
Other•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 15:45Andorra man, 23, tries car scam again days after arrest for €93K fraudDespite release on health grounds after arrest for multiple vehicle scams totaling over €93,000, the 23-year-old suspect attempted another fraud in La Massana over the weekend, police confirm. Victims urge tougher enforcement.