Bitesize News from Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
The news stories here are written for radio and designed to be read in under a minute.
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First vote for fire payout passes
In Bern, the upper house of parliament, The Council of States, has approved emergency federal support for victims of the Crans-Montana tragedy.
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Dyslexic students banned from using computers
Students with dyslexia will not be allowed to systematically use computers and adapted software in high schools.
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More protection for bees demanded
Swiss beekeepers are launching a popular initiative to anchor stronger protection for native pollinating insects in the Federal Constitution.
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New bank note design chosen
A Lausanne based design company has won the competition to design the new set of Swiss banknotes.
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Police have to disclose nationality of offenders
Switzerland’s Senate has voted to require police to systematically mention the nationality of suspects when communicating about crimes.
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This winter was significantly warmer than average
MeteoSwiss says the winter was significantly warmer than average, despite dense fog on the Swiss Plateau in December and a bitterly cold start to the year.
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Valais bar association says no new fire laws are needed
The association that represents bars and restaurants in canon Valais - GastroValais - has caused outrage by writing to all cantonal parliamentarians saying no new safety fire laws are needed.
