Geneva is using a new type of radar to catch speeders, and it’s considered so accurate the margin of error is reduced.
The new laser system was bought by Geneva police at the end of last year and is already in use.
It has several advantages, from the police’s point of view, such as it can be used on bends, which traditional systems can’t.
But its major advantage is accuracy. The Federal Office of Metrology says the margin can be reduced from 5 to 3 kph.
People reject VAT rises for the things they vote for
Voters are strongly opposed to raising VAT to fund either the army or a 13th pension payment.
We still love cash, but we're not using it
We may not be using cash as much - but we still love it. And it’s likely voters will choose to protect it in March.
Switzerland falls in corruption index
Switzerland’s fight against corruption is losing ground, according to Transparency International.
Vaud police to be issued with tasers
Vaud police are set to expand the use of tasers after a six-month trial showed positive results.
Locals line up against snow cannons
Ski resorts at mid-altitudes are increasingly struggling with climate change, as warmer and drier winters threaten snow cover.
Burglers could be responsible for 160 breakins
Police hope they’ve smashed a major burglary ring.
