Following the rejection of large scale autoroute widening by voters, the government says it’s open to the idea of using more emergency lanes to alleviate bottle necks at peak times.
The Federal Council is to back an idea put forward by the Swiss people’s Party to simplify the procedure to allow more use of the shoulder.
It’s far cheaper than building new lanes and requires no more space.
The government says the use of the shoulder on the A1 between Morges East and Ecublens has improved traffic flow considerably – and reduced accidents.
Govt ready to step in on train staff attacks
Police have to disclose nationality of offenders
Valais bar association says no new fire laws are needed
Major Swiss firm to cut jobs
Post your ballots on time
This winter was significantly warmer than average
