Andorran Government Backs Socialist Party Proposal to Strengthen Transparency and Access to Public Information

The Government of Andorra has approved a favorable opinion on a bill submitted by the Social Democratic parliamentary group (PS) to amend Law 33/2021 on Transparency, Access to Public Information and Open Government. 

The announcement was made on Wednesday by government spokesperson Guillem Casal during the press conference following the Council of Ministers meeting.

The Executive considers the initiative a positive step toward strengthening transparency in public and political affairs, accountability, access to information and citizen participation.

Casal emphasized that these principles are essential to maintaining democratic standards and strengthening public trust in institutions.

Government Supports the Social Democrats' Initiative

The government spokesperson explained that the PS proposal is part of broader efforts to continue developing the legal framework established in 2021.

“Continuing to strengthen transparency in public and political activities, accountability, access to information and citizen participation is considered a positive step,” Casal stated.

According to the spokesperson, these elements already form the fundamental principles of existing legislation. Nevertheless, the Government believes further work is needed to improve its implementation.

The Executive's favorable opinion represents support for the parliamentary consideration of the Social Democrats' proposal, although it does not necessarily mean that the Government agrees with every amendment put forward.

Casal Says the 2021 Transparency Law Still Needs to Be Evaluated

Despite expressing support for the initiative, the Government has also emphasized the importance of continuing to assess how the current legislation operates.

Casal noted that Law 33/2021 remains a relatively recent legal framework and that its implementation and practical implications still need to be evaluated.

He explained that the Executive intends to continue examining what improvements may be necessary beyond the amendments proposed by the PS.

Therefore, the Government shares the objective of strengthening institutional transparency but believes that any reform should also take into account the experience gained from implementing the existing legislation.

The bill will continue its parliamentary process in Andorra's General Council (Consell General), where lawmakers will debate the amendments proposed by the Social Democrats.