Left wing parties in Geneva are launching a referendum against the so called ‘corset’ laws, which are designed to restrict spending.
The Cantonal Grand Council, which has a right-wing majority, adopted two motions. One would ban the hiring of new people if there’s a budget deficit – except for teachers – and the other would link benefit payments to demographics.
Opponents say it will lead to massive cuts in benefits payments.
Crans Montana to donate CHF 1m to victim fund
Crans-Montana is to donate a million francs to a fund to help the victims of the New Year’s fire.
Lausanne police set to fight discrimination
Following accusations of racism in its police force, Lausanne has published two reports highlighting serious issues.
UBS reports $8bn profit
The bank, UBS, made a profit of nearly USD 8bn last year, around CHF 6bn, comfortably beating analysts’ expectations.
EVs make further gains - but still behind Europe
While overall car registrations in Switzerland have been falling for six years, electric and hybrid vehicles are on the rise.
Dog bite costs owner thousands
A German Shepherd attack has cost its multimillionaire owner CHF 330,000.
Cassis should be investigated, say lawyers
Swiss lawyers are calling for an investigation into Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis.
