Swiss vote: should the use of cash be written into the constitution?

On March 8, people in Switzerland will vote on whether access to cash should be guaranteed in the constitution.

This content was published on February 9, 2026 - 10:00

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A popular initiative and the government’s own counterproposal are both on the ballot.

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Swiss vote: should the use of cash be written into the constitution?

On March 8, people in Switzerland will vote on whether access to cash should be guaranteed in the constitution.

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