Swiss Politics

Elections 2023: Switzerland loses ground on women in parliament

This content was published on Oct 24, 2023 Sunday’s federal elections resulted in a Swiss parliament that is not only more right-wing and less green but also more male.

Swiss Politics

Hereditary cancer costs should be reimbursed, says Swiss Cancer League

This content was published on Oct 24, 2023 In the event of a proven hereditary predisposition, women suffering from breast or ovarian cancer should be entitled to reimbursement.

Swiss Politics

New parliament, old issues: voters still want social and climate action

This content was published on Oct 24, 2023 Swiss politics has become more right-wing and less green – but is still expected to tackle social and climate problems, a post-election survey finds.

cartes de la Suisse montrant les pertes et gains de sièges par parti.

Swiss Politics

The new Swiss political map: More conservative and less ‘green’

This content was published on Oct 23, 2023 Everything you need to know about the outcome of the 2023 Swiss parliamentary elections in maps and charts.

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A sneak peek of the Swiss legislative agenda

This content was published on Oct 23, 2023 Switzerland's new parliament will be dealing with a wide range of issues over the coming legislative period. Here's a brief overview.

Swiss Politics

Elections 2023: Swiss parliament shifts to the right

This content was published on Oct 23, 2023 Final results for the 2023 Swiss federal elections show that the Swiss parliament will be more right-wing and less green.

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Foreign media bemoans Swiss electoral shift to right

This content was published on Oct 23, 2023 Switzerland has become the latest European country to embrace right-wing populism at the ballot box.

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Fewer women elected to new Swiss parliament

This content was published on Oct 23, 2023 After a steady upward trend since 1971, the proportion of women elected to the House of Representatives fell in Sunday’s Swiss federal elections.