While it’s hoped the worst effects of the pandemic are now behind us, many companies are still suffering from a slump in turnover and Geneva has voted to release a further CHF 35m in aid.
The Grand Council voted last night to help firms that have seen revenue slump more than 25% and are unable to apply for federal aid.
But an amendment to only pay those firms that agree not to make any redundancies was voted down.
Swiss Post announce job cuts
Swiss Post will eliminate up to 110 positions in 2027, blaming shrinking letter volumes and fewer over-the-counter transactions
Autumn arrives in Switzerland
The heatwave that has gripped Switzerland since May finally breaks tomorrow
Driver warning in Vaud
Drivers in western Vaud face four nights of disruption on the A1 next week.
Mixed results in school classrooms
Swiss 15-year-olds still rank among the world's best in maths and science, but their performance in reading and maths is sliding
Good news for household bills
Swiss households will pay a little less for electricity next year
Fuel reserves now in use
Switzerland is dipping into its emergency fuel reserves for the first time this year to keep petrol and diesel flowing
