Bitesize News from Monday, September 30th, 2024
The news stories here are written for radio and designed to be read in under a minute.
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Switzerland seems to break economics laws
Switzerland seems to be breaking laws of economics – it’s industrial base is booming with production up 40% since 2011, but at the same time the franc has climbed 25% against the Euro.
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Geneva venue has concerts banned
The Palladium in Geneva has been banned from hosting concerts more than once a month due to the problem of noise.
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Should the elderly be removed from health insurance?
A major meeting of politicians and health professionals is raising the question if the elderly should be removed from mainstream health insurance – in an effort to keep premiums down.
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Live on the left bank? Don't drink the water
Thousands of residents living on the left bank are being told not to drink tap water after a major water pipe burst near the Quai Gustav-Ador.