Andorra’s Prison Pay Gap Widens | Andorra News

In Andorra’s prison system, a dramatic pay reversal is shaking things up: men now earn significantly more than women after a 2018 gender pay advantage flipped due to steep male salary hikes—32% versus just 9% for women—creating a new 16% gap. Top-tier officers saw pay nearly double since 2018, soaring from €3,600 to over €7,000. The government blames one union for unrest but maintains open dialogue with all parties. At La Comella prison, where 58 out of 66 staff are male, mandatory retirements in the next five years will force critical staffing decisions amid ongoing tensions and evolving dynamics.

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