Human Rights Law at Andorra
Human rights in Andorra are generally well-respected, but certain areas remain contentious. (Human rights in Andorra)
🇦🇩 Legal Framework and International Commitments
Constitutional Protections: Andorra's constitution prohibits torture, arbitrary detention, and guarantees fair trial rights. The judiciary is independent, and the country has no standing military. (Human rights in Andorra)
International Treaties: Andorra has ratified key human rights instruments, including the Oviedo Convention on Human Rights and Biomedicine, aiming to protect human dignity in medical and biological practices. (Andorra becomes the 30th State to ratify the Convention on Human Rights and Biomedicine - Human Rights and Rule of Law)
⚖️ Civil Liberties and Political Rights
Freedom of Expression: While media freedom is generally upheld, defamation laws remain, and state advertising can influence media coverage. (Andorra: Freedom in the World 2024 Country Report | Freedom House)
Freedom of Religion: The Roman Catholic Church enjoys a privileged position, and a 2022 law banning conspicuous religious symbols in public schools has been criticized for potentially discriminating against Muslim women and girls. (Andorra: Freedom in the World 2023 Country Report | Freedom House)
Freedom of Assembly and Association: NGOs and trade unions operate freely, though recent labor law reforms have been viewed as limiting the right to strike. (Andorra: Freedom in the World 2023 Country Report | Freedom House)
👩⚖️ Gender and Reproductive Rights
Abortion: Abortion remains completely prohibited in Andorra, compelling individuals to seek the procedure abroad, which has been criticized by international bodies like the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child. (Human rights in Andorra Amnesty International)
Gender Identity: Recent legal reforms allow transgender individuals to change their name and gender on legal documents. However, the Constitutional Court found parts of the new family code unconstitutional, necessitating amendments before full implementation. (Andorra: Freedom in the World 2023 Country Report | Freedom House)
🌈 LGBTQ+ Rights
Same-Sex Marriage: Legalized in 2022, though implementation has faced delays due to constitutional challenges.
Discrimination: The 2022 law banning conspicuous religious symbols in public schools has been criticized for potentially discriminating against Muslim women and girls. (Andorra: Freedom in the World 2023 Country Report | Freedom House)
🧑⚖️ Workers' Rights and Discrimination
Labor Rights: While Andorra has laws protecting labor rights, including the right to unionize, recent reforms have been viewed as limiting the right to strike. (Andorra: Freedom in the World 2023 Country Report | Freedom House)
Discrimination: The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) has recommended Andorra adopt a national plan to combat racism and LGBTQIphobia, and allow foreign residents to vote in local elections. (Andorra ha d'adoptar un pla nacional de lluita contra el racisme i la LGTBIfòbia)
🧠 Digital Rights and AI Ethics
Artificial Intelligence: Andorra signed the Council of Europe's Convention on Artificial Intelligence, aiming to protect fundamental rights in the face of advancing technology. (Andorra signa el conveni sobre intel·ligència artificial del Consell d'Europa)
📰 Recent Developments
OnlyFans Regulation: The government is considering regulating platforms like OnlyFans, potentially equating them with prostitution, which is illegal in Andorra. (Andorra declara la guerra al porno de Onlyfans (y a creadores de contenido españoles))
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