Canton Jura is the first to ban the sale of single use electronic cigarettes.
The parliament passed the legislation with barely a debate – only two members voted against.
Other cantons have banned the sale to children, but Jura is the first to ban them outright.
Many other cantons may simply be waiting for federal legislation. The parliament in Bern is currently in the process of changing the law.
The lower house has already voted in favour – the upper house has yet to vote.
Fire council faces investigation
Prosecutors investigating the Crans-Montana fire are now turning their attention to members of the municipal council.
A1 widening off the table
The transport minister Albert Rösti has made his priorities clear - and widening the A1 between Lausanne and Geneva is not happening anytime soon.
Is skiing now too exclusive?
Is skiing now an exclusive sport?
Aldi now to close flagship store
What’s happening with the discount supermarket Aldi in Switzerland?
Fake officers attach car dealers
Suspected fake police officers have been arrested after a series of violent robberies at autoroute service areas.
Punk fest this weekend - with a major headliner
This weekend is shaping up loud and fast in Geneva. The 5th edition of Recluses Fest kicks off tonight and Saturday at the Alhambra, with the first wave of concerts and a seriously international punk-rock lineup.
