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The two-chamber system: how parliamentary elections work in Switzerland

This content was published on Mar 21, 2023 Every four years the Swiss elect their political representatives. Our explainer video shows how it works.

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Political parties react to the Credit Suisse rescue merger

This content was published on Mar 20, 2023 Switzerland's main political parties have called for measures to avoid a repeat of the takeover of Credit Suisse.

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Cantons ‘poorly prepared’ for Swiss healthcare reforms

This content was published on Mar 19, 2023 Most Swiss cantons are behind schedule at meeting their obligation to improve conditions for nursing staff, a study has found.

Former Swiss Attorney General Michael Lauber

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Ex-Swiss prosecutor denies Qatari eavesdropping claim

This content was published on Mar 18, 2023 Switzerland’s former Attorney General denies being blackmailed and bugged by Qatar.

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Delays in major rail station upgrade cause concern

This content was published on Mar 17, 2023 Canton Vaud and the city of Lausanne in western Switzerland have expressed concern at a major delay to upgrade of Lausanne station.

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Swiss government takes childcare in hand

This content was published on Mar 17, 2023 Childcare is a private matter and very expensive in Switzerland. The Swiss parliament has now decided to lend parents a hand.

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Swiss parliament backs pension overhaul but critics seek referendum

This content was published on Mar 16, 2023 Parliament has approved an overhaul of the occupational pension scheme - a key element of Switzerland's social security system.

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EU commissioner says status quo is ‘not an option’ for future ties with Switzerland

This content was published on Mar 15, 2023 A top EU official, Maroš Šefčovič, says he's optimistic about future relations with Switzerland.

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Ukraine war: 100 cases identified for potential violations of sanctions

This content was published on Mar 14, 2023 Switzerland has opened two new cases for violations of sanctions related to the Russian aggression against Ukraine, both concerning Belarus.

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Deal paves way for personalised tickets to combat hooligans

This content was published on Mar 13, 2023 Police directors and Swiss football clubs have agreed to introduce personalised tickets for matches of top teams in a bid to prevent violence.

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