The effects of the war in Ukraine will soon become very apparent in Geneva as the price of gas is set to soar.
The cantonal utility company, the SIG, says from Sunday gas prices will rise by 34%.
Around 40,000 people use natural gas for heating and cooking.
In practical terms, it estimates an average apartment will cost CHF 32 a month more and a home CHF 54.
The SIG says the prices rises are withing the national norms.
At the same time, it’s also stepping up its energy saving programmes.
Govt ready to step in on train staff attacks
Swiss Federal Railways says assaults on train staff remain a daily reality - and it seems the government is ready to step in.
Police have to disclose nationality of offenders
Switzerland’s Senate has voted to require police to systematically mention the nationality of suspects when communicating about crimes.
Valais bar association says no new fire laws are needed
The association that represents bars and restaurants in canon Valais - GastroValais - has caused outrage by writing to all cantonal parliamentarians saying no new safety fire laws are needed.
Major Swiss firm to cut jobs
The Swiss logistics firm - Kühne+Nagel - says it will have to lay off 2,000 staff. Around 1,000 more than previously believed.
Post your ballots on time
If you’re voting by post this weekend - get your ballot in the mail.
This winter was significantly warmer than average
MeteoSwiss says the winter was significantly warmer than average, despite dense fog on the Swiss Plateau in December and a bitterly cold start to the year.
