Social security

CASS, pensions, benefits, public aid, social assistance, and eligibility rules.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 20:00

Andorran Parties Condemn Encamp Festival Violence, Demand Zero Tolerance

Political parties across Andorra unite in outrage over clashes at Encamp's Festa del Poble, urging enhanced security, judicial firmness, and preventive measures against youth violence.

Health•2 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 07:30

Andorra Pension Gap Leaves Low-Disability Recipients Without Aid at 60

A protection gap in Andorra's social security risks leaving invalidity pensioners with low disability ratings below economic thresholds when switching to retirement benefits at age 60, with no support until 65. The Defensor de l’Afiliat identified cases and seeks fixes.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 10:30

Ordino Lights Up Historic Centre with 11,000 Candles at Nit de la Candela

Hundreds gathered in Ordino's parish core for an evening trail of flames, live music, dance, juggling, and light shows at landmark sites. Food trucks and kids' activities added to the immersive cultural experience.

Business•2 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 10:30

CASS Andorra Board Convenes Quickly, Reappoints President Galabert and New Members

Andorra's social security board met swiftly after elections, integrating four new elected reps while reappointing key leaders to ensure leadership continuity and potential future reviews.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 11:30

Andorra CASS Elections See Record 6.03% Turnout, Elect New Insured Reps

Andorra's CASS insured seats elections achieved a historic 6.03% participation rate on June 17, electing representatives for pensioners, entrepreneurs, and employees. Advance voting and mobile urns drove gains, though abstention remains high at over 93%.

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•2 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 23:30

Andorra CASS Elections Kick Off Amid Efforts to Boost Dismal Turnout

Andorra's social security board elections feature deposit and mobile voting to address persistently low participation, with candidates pushing reforms for pensions and services.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:48

64% of Andorrans Feel Unrepresented by Parties, Survey Shows

A Virtus-commissioned survey of 307 Andorrans reveals widespread disaffection, with housing as the primary worry and strong support for a new conservative party amid criticism of the political status quo.

Business•4 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 06:34

Andorra Pension Leaders Warn of Lost Year on Reform as Viability Risks Grow

Andorra's pension fund and social security presidents voiced frustration before lawmakers over stalled reforms amid intensifying demographic pressures and narrowing financial margins.

Politics•2 Related•May 24, 2026 • 14:46

Andorra Lacks Technical Report or Timeline for Carers' Financial Benefit

Minister Trini Marín confirms no technical report or timeline for carers' benefit despite CASS meetings, as opposition slams three-year delays amid ageing population demand.

Politics•4 Related•May 22, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Lacks Technical Report for Carers' Financial Benefit Plan

Social Affairs Minister Trini Marín confirms legal amendments needed and ongoing feasibility studies, but no rollout timeline or cost projections are available yet.

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.

Business•4 Related•May 04, 2026 • 07:01

CEA Nominates Armengol Bosch to Represent Self-Employed on CASS Board

The Andorran Business Confederation selects Daniel Armengol Bosch and Francesc Pallàs Viladomat to advocate for self-employed workers on the CASS board, leveraging their expertise amid key elections.

Health•4 Related•May 03, 2026 • 20:16

CEA Nominates Armengol and Pallàs for CASS Self-Employed Board Seats

Daniel Armengol Bosch and Francesc Pallàs Viladomat, backed by the CEA, will represent self-employed workers on the CASS board. They bring deep experience in business leadership and strategy from key Andorran firms.

Business•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 13:31

Andorra's 2026 Public Sector Budget Hits 2,089.1M Euros, Up 8.7%

Andorra's Statistics Department reports balanced 2026 public sector budgets at 2,089.1 million euros each. Excluding financial items, spending rises 9.6% to 1,990.3 million euros, with revenue up 9.3%. Growth centers on public administrations amid declines in companies.

Other•5 Related•Apr 21, 2026 • 06:47

Social security

Andorran Parties Condemn Encamp Festival Violence, Demand Zero Tolerance

Andorra Pension Gap Leaves Low-Disability Recipients Without Aid at 60

Ordino Lights Up Historic Centre with 11,000 Candles at Nit de la Candela

CASS Andorra Board Convenes Quickly, Reappoints President Galabert and New Members

Andorra CASS Elections See Record 6.03% Turnout, Elect New Insured Reps

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

Andorra CASS Elections Kick Off Amid Efforts to Boost Dismal Turnout

64% of Andorrans Feel Unrepresented by Parties, Survey Shows

Andorra Pension Leaders Warn of Lost Year on Reform as Viability Risks Grow

Andorra Lacks Technical Report or Timeline for Carers' Financial Benefit

Andorra Lacks Technical Report for Carers' Financial Benefit Plan

Andorra's USdA Launches Dedicated Union Branch for CASS Workers

CEA Nominates Armengol Bosch to Represent Self-Employed on CASS Board

CEA Nominates Armengol and Pallàs for CASS Self-Employed Board Seats

Andorra's 2026 Public Sector Budget Hits 2,089.1M Euros, Up 8.7%

Andorra's CASS Warns of Phishing Scam Promising Fake 250-Euro Reimbursements

Andorra Approves State Advances for Victims of Gender Violence When Aggressors Are Insolvent

Andorra's CASS Reports €34.7M General Branch Deficit for 2025

Andorra Minister Announces Radars Expansion for Isolated Seniors Amid Welfare Debate

Andorra Sets CASS Board Elections for June 17, 2026, Nearly Four Years After Last Vote

Andorran Government Renews Pilar Serrano's CASS Board Role for Second Four-Year Term Until 2030

Andorra's Non-Contributory Benefits Hit €14.8M in 2025 Amid Solidarity Surge

Government pays €2.4m in elderly solidarity pensions in Q3 2025

Social assistance €327.16m in 2024; cash benefits dominate