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Covid backlash: Europe’s populists eye opportunity in never-ending pandemic

Covid protesters outside the Swiss parliament building in Bern on November 28, 2021

This content was published on Dec 1, 2021 Even before the emergence of the new Omicron Covid-19 variant, some European governments were facing resistance to restrictions.

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Swiss government plans to tighten national Covid rules

This content was published on Dec 1, 2021 The Swiss government is planning to tighten anti-coronavirus measures across the country.

Deserted street at St Moritz in January 2021.

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Epidemics change, but fear remains

This content was published on Nov 30, 2021 The coronavirus pandemic is a reminder of humanity's vulnerability. According to medical historian Alain Bosson, it has also awakened old fears.

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First suspected case of Omicron variant detected in Switzerland

This content was published on Nov 29, 2021 The first probable case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 has been detected in Switzerland.

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Reform of election system for Swiss top judges thrown out

This content was published on Nov 28, 2021 Voters have rejected a proposal for the supreme court judges to be elected by lot rather than by the Swiss parliament.

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Swiss voters give helping hand to nurses

This content was published on Nov 28, 2021 Healthcare personnel in Switzerland can hope for a boost as voters decided on a proposal to improve working conditions for nurses.

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Voters again endorse Swiss government’s pandemic policy

This content was published on Nov 28, 2021 A clear majority has backed the government’s coronavirus policy after voting on the issue for the second time this year.

What should happen next now that Swiss voters have approved the Covid pandemic policy?

Green light for measures against the 5th wave. But what does Switzerland need now?

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Zurich voters approve ban on oil and gas heaters

This content was published on Nov 28, 2021 Zurich has become the latest canton in Switzerland to ban oil and gas heating systems.

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How does the situation in your country compare to Switzerland?

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