The vast majority of people want phones banned in schools – even a majority of school aged kids.
The survey was carried out by the Bernese Generation House and covered French and German speaking areas.
Broadly, 82% want a ban – but even 64% of those aged between 18 and 25 are supportive.
A ban would be supported across the political spectrum – right- and left-wing parties agree. The Greens are less sure, but even 75% of them agree.
We're all getting used to AI
Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are rapidly changing how people in Switzerland use the internet.
Initiative to limit frontalier jobs rejected by State Council
An initiative launched by the Geneva Citizens Movement to limit state jobs to those who live in the canton has been partially invalidated by the State Council.
New rules for social media plannned
Social media is about to get a lot less lawless in Switzerland.
Pâquis to get a facelift
The City of Geneva has given the green light to greening the Pâquis district.
New overnight train from Basel to Malmö
A new direct night train from Basel to the Swedish city of Malmö is set to roll out in mid-April 2026, if Parliament approves the budget.
Winter tyres compulsory in France from Saturday
From Saturday, winter tyres are compulsory in the neighbouring French departments.
