More Reform seeks to protect wildlife and Alpine farming Reform seeks to protect wildlife and Alpine farming This content was published on Aug 13, 2020 Aug 13, 2020 The growing wolf population in Switzerland is at the centre of discussions about a reform of the country’s hunting law.
More Coronavirus: the situation in Switzerland This content was published on Aug 12, 2020 Aug 12, 2020 After imposing strict restrictions, Switzerland has eased measures. But since mid-June there has been a rise in new cases.
Law paves way for ‘long-term coexistence between wolves and humans’ This content was published on Aug 13, 2020 Aug 13, 2020 Senator Stefan Engler is convinced that the revised hunting law is a sound basis to regulate the wolf population.
No to a hunting law which allows ‘firing at will’ This content was published on Aug 13, 2020 Aug 13, 2020 Parliamentarian Isabelle Chevalley calls on voters to throw out the reform of the hunting law.
More Why Switzerland's Moderna Covid-19 vaccine deal is risky This content was published on Aug 12, 2020 Aug 12, 2020 Switzerland’s vaccine order – its first such move – is a sign that it holds little hope for fair distribution of a Covid-19 shot.
More Why Swiss voters will decide again on EU immigration This content was published on Aug 10, 2020 Aug 10, 2020 The proposal to scrap a labour accord with the European Union is the latest attempt by right-wing parties to restrict immigration to Switzerland.
More How free movement impacts the Swiss economy This content was published on Aug 11, 2020 Aug 11, 2020 Has EU migration been good or bad for the Swiss labour market? A look at the impact on jobs, wages and the potential cost of ending the agreement.
Join the discussion Education Isobel Leybold-Johnson Would you study abroad in these coronavirus-affected times? Has Covid-19 influenced your study plans? If you were planning to study abroad or in Switzerland but have changed your mind, or have decided to keep to your plans, we’d love to hear from you.
More Banks braced as pandemic poses biggest test since financial crisis This content was published on Aug 11, 2020 Aug 11, 2020 Switzerland’s largest bank is weathering the crisis relatively well. The rest of the industry faces its toughest test since the 2008 financial crisis.
More Changes at SWI: We want to hear about your expertise and experiences This content was published on Aug 5, 2020 Aug 5, 2020 This is what we do to ensure that your contributions are not just footnotes to our articles.
More Swiss voters hold the keys to new fighter jet fleet This content was published on Aug 7, 2020 Aug 7, 2020 The Swiss air force’s credit package for the purchase of new fighter jets has been challenged to a referendum by pacifists and left-wing parties.
More Former Spanish king could face legal troubles in Switzerland This content was published on Aug 7, 2020 Aug 7, 2020 Allegations of corruption surrounding Juan Carlos are prompting investigations in Switzerland too.
More Is your bikini fish-friendly? Research reveals how fabrics shed microplastics This content was published on Aug 6, 2020 Aug 6, 2020 Scientists from two Swiss institutes have been investigating what happens when synthetic fabrics are washed.
Why assisted suicide is 'normal' in Switzerland In Switzerland, assisted suicide is considered a legitimate way to end your life.
Old houses tell Switzerland's story This content was published on Nov 17, 2018 Nov 17, 2018 Historically, rural Swiss dwellings displayed a diversity of styles, depending on the local geography and building materials available. A look at...
Rebel chic: a Swiss view of a post-war generation This content was published on Nov 14, 2018 Nov 14, 2018 In the late 1950s photographer Karlheinz Weinberger focused his camera on Switzerland’s postwar generation of misfits and young rebels.
Gory glory! In the ring with Switzerland’s boxing champs This content was published on Jul 15, 2017 Jul 15, 2017 In the early years of the 20th century, boxing was booming in Paris. On the front line was the Swiss former world champion Frank Erne.
Annemarie Schwarzenbach: on desolate roads heading east This content was published on Nov 24, 2017 Nov 24, 2017 Shortly before the outbreak of the Second World War, the Swiss author and photographer Annemarie Schwarzenbach travelled to the Middle East.
More Bally keeps in step with the times This content was published on Oct 12, 2019 Oct 12, 2019 A region in northern Switzerland lived and worked in harmony with the Bally shoe factory. The rest as they say is history.
More Illustrator John Howe reflects on new Lord of the Rings project Illustrator John Howe reflects on new Lord of the Rings project This content was published on Aug 8, 2020 Aug 8, 2020 Switzerland-based illustrator John Howe, who drew the universe for the Lord of the Rings movies, been working on a new series for Amazon Prime.
More Are ten days of paternity leave too much or not enough? This content was published on Aug 4, 2020 Aug 4, 2020 Why the statutory ten-day paternity leave in Switzerland has been challenged to a nationwide vote.
More How can schools best protect pupils during corona times? This content was published on Aug 10, 2020 Aug 10, 2020 The key issues: masks, policing pupils' quarantine and what to do about the educational gap made worse by the nationwide lockdown.
More Traditional working model hampers Swiss women’s careers This content was published on Aug 9, 2020 Aug 9, 2020 The common Swiss working model of women taking over childcare and men working full-time makes it harder for Swiss mothers to climb up the career...
More How will the pandemic influence Switzerland’s upcoming votes? This content was published on Aug 3, 2020 Aug 3, 2020 The pandemic has left its mark on almost all areas of life in Switzerland. How will it weigh on national votes in September?
How far is Switzerland in decriminalising drugs? Switzerland stands out for its innovative approach to the problem of drug addiction.
More What’s the controversy around planned tax breaks for childcare? This content was published on Aug 3, 2020 Aug 3, 2020 Parliament has agreed on measures to alleviate the tax burden on parents. Opponents argue it gives well-off families an unfair advantage.
More What remains of Swiss democracy after Covid-19 measures? This content was published on May 22, 2020 May 22, 2020 Parliament was cancelled. A referendum was postponed. The government ruled alone by emergency decree. Where does that leave direct democracy?
More Should we draw lots for fairer elections? This content was published on Jun 26, 2019 Jun 26, 2019 Two researchers from the University of Lausanne have been studying the notion of chance in politics.
More How to motivate young adults to participate in politics This content was published on Aug 10, 2018 Aug 10, 2018 Voter turnout among young adults is well below the population average. We discover the true political interests of young people.
More What is federalism? This content was published on Sep 7, 2018 Sep 7, 2018 In Switzerland, state power is spread over three levels: the federal government, the 26 cantons and the 2,222 municipalities.
More Making your voice heard in a democracy This content was published on Sep 8, 2017 Sep 8, 2017 How do people find their political fit and motivation, particularly migrants?
More Politics: the tough task of educating the Swiss This content was published on Feb 22, 2019 Feb 22, 2019 Is it a surprise that it can be a challenge to promote political education even in a country with a highly developed system of direct democracy?
More How to serve up an initiative that is hard to digest This content was published on May 25, 2018 May 25, 2018 Some Swiss votes can be very technical and the need for independent viewpoints is vital. But experts can be incomprehensible and not very neutral.
More Citizens’ Juries – providing a neutral recommendation on voting issues This content was published on Dec 21, 2018 Dec 21, 2018 Switzerland plans to test the use of a citizens’ jury whereby a few randomly selected citizens provide a balanced assessment of voting issues.
More How to implement successful people's initiatives This content was published on Oct 13, 2017 Oct 13, 2017 After the people vote in favour of an initiative, parliament gets to work. How do they make new decisions compatible with existing laws?
More When you cast your vote far from home This content was published on Aug 18, 2017 Aug 18, 2017 Why do the Swiss abroad vote differently from the Swiss at home? An expert takes a closer look at the political profile of the Swiss diaspora.
