Zurich could get its first official harvest of cannabis by the summer.
The Federal Office of Public Health has given the go ahead for growers to plant their seeds.
It’s part of a project to allow researchers to examine the effect of cannabis on its users.
Initially two companies are involved with the project. They will be able to make and sell THC and CBD products.
Cannabis to smoke will be available to those taking part in the study, which is open only to regular consumers who live in Zurich.
Non-Swiss vote debate more complicated
Three major Geneva politicians have come out against an initiative to give foreigners the right to vote and to stand in local elections.
Hospital cut from insurance firm
A move by the health insurer, Groupe Mutual, has sent shockwaves through the local medical system.
Major demonstration against sacking of gay teacher
Hundreds demonstrated in Pfäffikon in canton Zurich against the dismissal of a gay teacher.
Vaud snow groomer dies from injuries
The man who was driving a snow groomer in canton Vaud, which plunged down a 400-meter slope at the beginning of last week, has died in hospital – says Vaud police.
Cycling fans brave the rain and Servette in the final
The rain didn’t put off thousands of people to watch the end of the Tour de Romandie in Geneva over the weekend.
Weekend jams at the Gotthard
There were major jams at the Gotthard Tunnel this weekend.
