City council votes for new rules on late shops

Thursday, 18 January 2024 06:30

There Geneva City Council has voted to bring in stricter controls on small shops that are open late.

The motion was brought in by the right-wing Swiss people’s party, but supported by left wing politicians.

The argument on the right claims the shops are sometimes the centre of illegal activity - especially selling alcohol after 9pm.

The Liberal member, Patricia Richard caused consternation by describing the shops as ‘ethnic bazaars’ – Socialist member Manuel Zwyssig called it a nauseating expression.

He says a large concern is catastrophic working conditions and poverty wages.

The motion passed by 13 votes. Any change in rules needs to be enacted by the canton.

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