After speculation the government would cut the numbers of work permits for non-EU nationals, it has decided to leave the figure unchanged for next year.
The Federal Council has seemingly backed down following a backlash from cantons and businesses.
The State Secretariat for Migration points out that not all the quotas are used anyway.
A special quota for UK nationals will also continue, unchanged. The government had considered ending the ring-fenced number.
Big tax changes ahead
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Geneva border villages protest
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Swiss Post cuts
Swiss Post has confirmed 40 job cuts and 20 contract changes in its IT division after negotiations with the union Syndicom
Paleo opens public survey
Paleo Festival is asking you to help build the line up for next year
Cooler weather on way
After weeks of hot, dry weather we are now expecting lots of rain through Thursday and Friday
Migros Expanding In Healthcare
Medbase, the retailer's medical arm, has bought the Ardentis chain of dental clinics from British investor Columna Capital
