Geneva built nearly 4,000 new homes last year – but it’s still not enough.
The number is almost double the average over the last ten years.
Throughout the canton, there are a quarter of a million housing units. But that’s not enough to cope with the increase in population.
Middle income families are struggling the most to find a suitable place to live.
The recently retired head of the Geneva Cantonal Bank, Blaise Goetschin, says demand is simply outstripping supply.
Several injured in random knife attack
A man attacked several people with a knife yesterday afternoon in Zofingen in canton Aargau.
Push for Geneva to host song contest
Pressure is building to get canton Geneva to officially back the hosting of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Govt says 'no' to song cash
As the potential cities vie for the right to host next years Eurovision Song Contest, the federal government have made it very clear – there will be no government money.
Unusual snowfalls on high passes
Despite being mid-May, the higher ground is getting a massive amount of snow.
Possible charge for Lauterbrunnen
The picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland is considering following the lead of Venice - and bringing in a daily charge for visitors.
Accident caused major disruption - man seriousy injured
Geneva rush hour traffic was severely disrupted yesterday afternoon after a 19-year-old scooter rider was hit by a tram in Rive.
