Jammed motorists entertained by protest

Monday, 22 May 2023 06:30

Returning traffic at the Gotthard Tunnel caused tailbacks running for 8 km at the southern end yesterday afternoon.

But vacationers were entertained by a climate protest that wasn’t anything to do with the delay.

A group from Operation Libero dressed as Power Rangers handed out leaflets and sweets to motorists.

They’re asking for support ahead of the Climate Protection vote in June.

Motorists told the press it was a better way to get the message across as the action was not the cause of the holdup.

Operation Libero issued a statement asking for help in moving renewable energy forward. They also point out they got out of the way when the traffic did move.

More from Bitesize News

Too many demos in Geneva?

Geneva is examining the issue of demonstrations and the impact they’re having on local businesses.
City of Geneva makes more money

The City of Geneva has revealed its accounts will show a CHF 200m surplus for last year.
Yes, cars are bigger

New figures show something we’ve all suspected for the last few years – cars are getting bigger, but parking spaces stay the same.
Bike thefts up - rarely solved

Bike thefts in Geneva are on the rise and very rarely solved.
Man tried to open door on SWISS flight

A man was arrested at Zurich airport after a SWISS International Airlines flight arrived back from Bangkok.
Zurich fans caused CHF 100,000 of damage

Zurich football fans caused CHF 100,000 worth of damage to the Stade de Genève during a match on April 6th.