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Zurich to pay minimum wage of almost CHF24 per hour

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 Voters in Switzerland’s biggest city have approved a minimum wage which left-wing groups say will help the working poor.

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Geneva to introduce pioneering parental leave scheme

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 Almost 58% of voters in Geneva have backed a plan allocating 24 weeks of leave to new parents.

People with masks in the voting queue in November 2021 to vote for the Covid-19 referendum

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Why the Swiss have voted three times on the Covid-19 law

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 Switzerland has held not one but three referendums on legislation to tackle the Covid-19. What is the value of multiple referendums for society?

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Why women made historic gains in the 2019 Swiss elections

This content was published on Jun 11, 2023 The 2019 federal elections led to a record number of women winning seats in the Swiss parliament. The nationwide women’s strike also had an impact.

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We want to hear your democracy stories

This content was published on Jun 6, 2023 As a Swiss citizen abroad you may be witness to important local democratic developments. Tell us your stories.

Artist Peter Salmann and Finance Minsier Karin Keller-Sutter presenting the new coin.

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Limited edition coins commemorates Swiss Constitution

This content was published on Jun 5, 2023 Switzerland is issuing commemorative, limited edition coins to mark the 175th anniversary of its Constitution and the founding of the modern state.

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Make your voice heard

This content was published on May 31, 2023 Do you have something to say on democracy where you are based? Let me know and I can visit and report your story.

How the Swiss Green Party became a force to be reckoned with

This content was published on May 27, 2023 The Green Party got the greatest share of Swiss Abroad votes in the last federal elections.

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Initiative launched to make becoming Swiss easier

This content was published on May 26, 2023 The initiative calls for naturalisation to be possible after five years of legal residence, irrespective of the permanent residence permit.

Gruppe von Jugendlichen vor einem Eingang in ein älteres Haus

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Youth parliaments – the springboard of Swiss democracy

This content was published on May 22, 2023 In Switzerland, the more than 80 youth parliaments help 15- to 25-year-olds learn the ropes of politics.

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