The possibility of new nuclear energy plants in Switzerland is causing a heated debate in Bern.
Backers of an initiative ‘Stop Blackouts’ have collected enough signature to hand over the question to voters.
Correspondents say the Federal Council is split – the right-wing is in favour, but the Centre Party and left wingers are against.
Detractors say it will take too long to build new atomic plants and now is the time to invest in renewable energy.
Geneva/Lausanne rail link under pressure
The rail link between Geneva and Lausanne is reaching breaking point.
Prison population climbs
The prison population has reached its highest level since records began, according to new figures released by the Federal Statistics Office.
Tax breaks for EVs under pressure
Electric vehicle tax breaks are coming under pressure across Switzerland as more drivers switch away from petrol and diesel cars.
Health insurance premiums will rise next year, but not as much
A slight slowdown is in sight for health insurance premiums.
Hundreds of kilos of asparagus stolen
A major asparagus theft has shocked farmers in canton Fribourg.
Broad coalition forms against 10 million vote
Cantons, cities and municipalities are uniting against the Swiss People’s Party’s “No 10 Million Switzerland” initiative ahead of next month’s vote.
