Voters are strongly opposed to raising VAT to fund either the army or a 13th pension payment.
A poll for the Blick newspaper shows more than three-quarters reject a proposed VAT increase to boost military spending, with opposition cutting across all political parties.
Two-thirds also oppose a rise to pay for the extra pension payment.
Many doubt the army would use extra funds effectively.
The poll shows there’s a chasm between the wishes of the government and the people.
We still love cash, but we're not using it
We may not be using cash as much - but we still love it. And it’s likely voters will choose to protect it in March.
Switzerland falls in corruption index
Switzerland’s fight against corruption is losing ground, according to Transparency International.
Vaud police to be issued with tasers
Vaud police are set to expand the use of tasers after a six-month trial showed positive results.
Locals line up against snow cannons
Ski resorts at mid-altitudes are increasingly struggling with climate change, as warmer and drier winters threaten snow cover.
Burglers could be responsible for 160 breakins
Police hope they’ve smashed a major burglary ring.
Ex-Chopard employee stole CHF 200k or goods
A disgruntled former employee of the luxury goods company, Chopard, has been charged with theft after items worth more than CHF 200,000 were found in a garden shed.
