Women are not required to undergo military service, like men. Although they are entitled to join the army if they wish.
But the government wants to compel women to go to an information day about the armed services.
It’s hoped many will choose to sign up after.
Before it can become law, it will need to be voted on by parliament and as it will require a change in the constitution – the people will have to vote.
That’s unlikely to happen before 2027.
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
