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Free public transport – a Geneva success story

In Switzerland, the idea has been discussed in various regions, but Geneva took the leap on January 1, implementing free travel for young people under 25 in training or on a low income. Elderly passengers now pay half price. The move has sparked political debate but has already been met with widespread public approval.

This content was published on Jan 30, 2025 Young people who are studying or on a low income can now travel for free on public transport in Geneva in western Switzerland, while fares for elderly residents have been halved.

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Switzerland Today

This content was published on Jan 29, 2025 The second February 9 vote poll, a ban on international adoptions, work-life-balance and pensions: this in today's briefing.

Feb 9 vote: are you ready?

This content was published on Jan 29, 2025 The federal vote programme for 2025 is thinner than usual. The Swiss government cancelled the planned vote on May 18 due to the lack of voting issues for consideration.

Swiss vice-chancellor to step down in March

This content was published on Jan 29, 2025 Six months into his tenure, Vice Chancellor Andrea Arcidiacono said he will leave the Federal Chancellery at the end of March.

A policewoman brings a baby to safety in Sri Lanka. A Danish couple had tried to take the child unlawfully in 2007.

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Why were there so many international adoptions in the past?

This content was published on Jan 29, 2025 Many Swiss cantons want to help adopted individuals find their biological parents.

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The Swiss-EU bilateral treaty updates, explained

This content was published on Jan 29, 2025 Switzerland has negotiated a new agreement with the EU, marking a new chapter in the history of a complex relationship. What is set to change?

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Ecological overhaul of Swiss economy faces ballot box defeat, poll finds

This content was published on Jan 29, 2025 A majority of voters at home and abroad look set to reject the “environmental responsibility initiative” on February 9, according to a new survey.

Federal Chancellery files criminal complaint for false signatures

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Swiss authorities file criminal complaint for false signatures

This content was published on Jan 28, 2025 The case of allegedly forged signatures for popular initiatives in Switzerland continues: the Federal Chancellery has filed a criminal complaint for the third time.

Markus Ritter, a parliamentarian from St Gallen

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Switzerland Today

This content was published on Jan 28, 2025 Is being a farmer a stepping stone to a seat on the Federal Council?

Swiss government must prioritise transport projects

This content was published on Jan 28, 2025 Following the no to motorway expansions and additional costs for future rail infrastructure, the Swiss government must set priorities for road and rail expansion.

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