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Historic verdict could force Swiss re-vote on family tax breaks

This content was published on Apr 10, 2019 The Supreme Court has annulled the result of a controversial vote about tax breaks for families – a first in the history of Swiss direct democracy.

Swiss people to have say on criminalisation of homophobia

This content was published on Apr 8, 2019 Groups against a new legislation that criminalises homophobia have collected enough signatures to force a nationwide referendum on the subject.

Swiss parliament could swing to the left in autumn polls

This content was published on Apr 4, 2019 The Greens and Social Democrats could extend recent successes when it comes to national elections, says political scientist Cloé Jans.

Committee members of 99% initiative behind a wall of boxes containing signatures

Swiss likely to vote on capital tax reform plan

This content was published on Apr 2, 2019 The Young Socialists have handed in the necessary signatures to force a nationwide vote on its proposal to increase tax on capital revenue.

Teaching students how to live democratically

This content was published on Apr 1, 2019 A new curriculum could better equip students to play a more active role in democracy, argues political scientist Monika Waldis.

Swiss Post’s e-voting system pulled for May votes

This content was published on Mar 29, 2019 The e-voting system operated by Swiss Post will not be available for nationwide votes on May 19.

An aerial view of the village of Etoy in canton Vaud (photo taken in 2013)

Voters rejected urban sprawl curbs due to adequate laws

This content was published on Mar 28, 2019 A study shows that Swiss voters rejected a proposal aimed at curbing urban sprawl as most people felt that existing rules were sufficient.

Civilian with an assault rifle outside a shooting range

Swiss gun tradition in the crossfire

This content was published on Mar 28, 2019 Emotions are running high ahead of a nationwide vote on reforming Swiss gun law. The outcome of the referendum will affect ties with the EU.

Switzerland is three-quarters of a democracy

This content was published on Mar 27, 2019 Just three out of four people in Switzerland have a Swiss passport, meaning that a quarter of taxpaying residents have no political voice.

Initiatives launched to protect wildlife and landscapes

This content was published on Mar 26, 2019 Four environment organisations have launched two initiatives: one to protect biodiversity and the other to stop the spread of built-up areas.

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Teaching students how to live democratically

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