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Swiss voters to decide four major issues in November

November is set to bring a packed Sunday of referendums

This content was published on Jun 30, 2026 Swiss voters will decide on four pressing issues at ballot box at the end of November.

Low paid jobs are particularly affected by the minimum wage

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Swiss referendum aims to defend minimum wage

This content was published on Jun 30, 2026 Swiss people's initiative challenges proposed law to override minimum wages.

Fireworks initiative to be put to the public following the failure of the alternative proposal

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Swiss to vote on nationwide fireworks restrictions

This content was published on Jun 26, 2026 Swiss voters to decide on fireworks restrictions following rejection of counter-proposal.

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In Switzerland, the real debate on citizens’ assemblies begins now

This content was published on Jun 25, 2026 Citizens’ assemblies are not in crisis; quite the opposite. For political scientist Andri Heimann, the most exciting phase is just about to start.

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Swiss wine import limits come under fire

This content was published on Jun 21, 2026 Swiss government plan to support wine production by restricting imports meets strong opposition.

A poll suggests the net neutrality initiative is set to be rejected

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Poll suggests little appetite for Swiss neutrality initiative

This content was published on Jun 21, 2026 Poll suggests Swiss neutrality initiative currently stands little chance of securing a majority vote.

Parliament reopens the door to nuclear power

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Swiss parliament reopens door to nuclear power

This content was published on Jun 18, 2026 Swiss parliament backs government proposal for construction of new nuclear power stations.

Food Safety Initiative fails: Organisation files a complaint

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Legal complaint after Swiss food safety initiative fails

This content was published on Jun 18, 2026 Initiative supporters claim thousands of signatures 'went missing'.

The ‘No’ campaign committee considers the food initiative to be unrealistic

Swiss food initiative gets negative feedback

This content was published on Jun 18, 2026 Committee against Swiss food initiative warns the proposal is out of touch with reality.

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Swiss lawmakers back two-state Middle East solution

This content was published on Jun 18, 2026 Switzerland must continue to actively support the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. On Thursday, the National Council adopted a Socialist motion from the Council of States to this effect by 120 votes to 66.

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