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The ins and outs of postal voting in Switzerland

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This content was published on Sep 17, 2026 Are you comfortable putting your vote in the letterbox? From the US to Germany, some politicians say you shouldn’t be. In Switzerland, such debates remain marginal for now.

There should no longer be a statute of limitations for murder in Switzerland

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Swiss parliament decides to abolish statute of limitations for murder

This content was published on Sep 16, 2026 The House of Representatives and the Senate have reached agreement on this issue after years of debate.

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Swiss voters doubt politicians’ abilities in global crises

This content was published on Sep 10, 2026 Swiss voters question politicians’ crisis readiness and favor more democratic security cooperation.

Protests against the US government’s policy towards science in 2025

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What role for science in Swiss democracy and worldwide?

This content was published on Sep 8, 2026 In Switzerland, people have more trust in science than in the police or government.

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The Swiss Centre wants to make its presence felt more strongly on the political scene

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Swiss Centre Party eyes another seat in government as 2027 elections loom

This content was published on Sep 5, 2026 The Swiss Centre Party has launched its campaign for the 2027 elections, setting out an ambition to secure a second seat on the Federal Council.

Council of States committee gives a clear ‘yes’ to the EU treaty package

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Swiss Senate committee gives thumbs-up to EU treaty

This content was published on Sep 4, 2026 Senate Foreign Affairs Committee majority supports content of new Bilateral Agreements III.

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Why voter turnout is low in Switzerland

This content was published on Sep 1, 2026 Although voter turnout in Switzerland is low by international standards, very few eligible voters never go to the polls at all.

Zurich Cantonal Parliament calls for a ban on headscarves in schools

Zurich lawmakers want headscarf ban in schools

This content was published on Aug 31, 2026 Zurich parliament votes for ban on religious head coverings for female pupils and teachers in schools.

Political parties report income of 24.6 million Swiss francs for 2025

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Swiss political parties report CHF24.6m funding in 2025

This content was published on Aug 31, 2026 Nine parties reported CHF24.6 million funding for 2025, CHF1 million less than previous year.

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